When to seek urgent medical care when I have Post traumatic stress disorder ?
Although traumatic events can cause distress, not all feelings of distress are symptoms of PTSD. Talk about your feelings with friends and relatives. If your symptoms do not improve soon or are making you very upset, contact your doctor.
Seek help right away if:
You feel overwhelmed You are thinking of hurting yourself or anybody else You are unable to control your behavior You have other very upsetting symptoms of PTSD You can also contact your doctor for help with problems such as repeated upsetting thoughts, irritability, and problems with sleep. </s>