Introduction
Many different types of trauma emanate from Post Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD). Various factors cause trauma. Epidemiological studies show that sexual assault is the most frequent cause of the stressful situation, especially among women. Thirty-three percent of PTSD cases relate to sexual relationship violence (Sareen and Friedman, 2018). Thus, PTSD result from various factors related to terrifying events or experiences.
Signs/Symptoms of Ptsd
PTSD symptoms can start a few days after the traumatic event or years later and cause serious in social life, work, and relationships. PTSD symptoms interfere with a person’s normal daily activities (Schultebraucks et al., 2021). Although the symptoms vary from person to person, they fall into four main groups: avoidance, negative thinking and mood, intrusive thoughts, and change in emotional and physical reactions.
How Ptsd Prevalence and Incidence Are Measured
Measuring the prevalence and incidence of PTSD requires excellent knowledge of epidemiology and biostatistics. The most basic method of measuring starts with self-screening. However, detailed measurements involve the use of assessment tools that analyze the identified population critically.
PTSD substantially affects an individual, but the effect on family and friends is consequential. Everything in the environment is affected severely due to psychological issues that a patient experiences. It becomes difficult for the victim to function optimally, leading to interfering relationships at home, work, and school.
Conclusion
Surveillance programs are crucial in monitoring victims and identifying new cases. Despite being available, the programs are minimal, and few people know about them. The prevalence and incidence of PTSD have increased since 2000. The situation got worse when the pandemic hit the world. Government restrictions, experiences of acute Covid cases, and fear of contracting the disease played a role.