Other Common Problems

PTSD is just one of the effects of trauma. People experience a range of reactions following a traumatic event. Below learn more about other common problems and reactions related to experiencing trauma. For Veterans, also see the VA Mental Health website.

• Acute Stress Disorder
  Discusses ASD, including who is at risk, how is it treated, and how is it related to PTSD.
• Anger and Trauma
  Describes the relationship between trauma and anger and provides treatment strategies for the three manifestations of anger.
• Reminders of Trauma: Anniversaries
  On the anniversary of traumatic events, some people may find that they experience an increase in distressing memories of the event.
• Avoidance
  Explains emotional and behavioral avoidance and how avoidant coping can get in the way of healing from trauma.
• Chronic Pain and PTSD: A Guide for Patients
  Learn more about chronic pain, how doctors evaluate it, and how is may be related to trauma and PTSD.
• Common Reactions After Trauma
  Following exposure to a trauma most people experience stress reactions. Here is a description of the types of common symptoms that can occur. Common problems are also addressed.
• Depression, Trauma and PTSD
  Explains what depression is, how it is treated, and what you can do about it.
• Nightmares and PTSD
  Explains what nightmares are, how common they are, how they are related to PTSD, and what effective treatments exist.
• PTSD and Problems with Alcohol Use
  The impact of PTSD on alcohol use and dependence.
• PTSD and Substance Abuse in Veterans
  Explains how PTSD is related to Substance Use Disorder (SUD) in Veterans. Treatment options are presented.
• Self-Harm
  What is self-harm, how common is it, who engages in self-harm and why, and treatments for self-harming behavior.
• Sleep and PTSD
  Learn why people with PTSD may have trouble sleeping and what they can do about it.
• Suicide and PTSD
  Learn about the relationship between trauma, PTSD, and suicide.
• Traumatic Brain Injury and PTSD
  Discusses TBI, its relationship to PTSD, ways to cope, and TBI in Veterans.