[header] How to cope with rape related post traumatic stress disorder [title] Watch for symptoms. [step] Rape-related post-traumatic stress disorder can cause a wide range of symptoms. Pay attention to how you have been feeling, emotionally and physically. 
As you are preparing to meet with your doctor, keep a record of your symptoms. Common symptoms of rape-related post-traumatic stress disorder include : [substeps] Re-experiencing the rape in the form of intrusive thoughts, nightmares, and flashbacks.