Physiology is the branch of biology that deals with the functions of living organisms and the parts of which they are made. This scientific discipline covers a wide variety of functions, ranging from the cellular and below to the interaction of organ systems that keep the most complex biological machines running.
PTSD redirects here. For the album by Pharoahe Monch, see PTSD (album). Posttraumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is a mental disorder that can develop after a person is exposed to a traumatic event, such as sexual assault, warfare, traffic collisions, or other threats on a person's life.
Post Traumatic Stress Disorder (also called PTSD) is exactly what its name implies: a stress disorder which follows a particularly distressing event or series of events. The event can be something that was physically traumatic (such as an accident) or something which was psychologically traumatic (such as sexual abuse). Social Security Disability lawyer will know better than anyone else (including your medical doctor and psychiatrist) exactly what the Social Security Administration is looking for in determining whether or not your Post Traumatic Stress disorder qualifies you for Social Security Disability benefits.