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post-traumatic stress disorder

[pohst-truh-mat-ik stres dis-awr-der, -traw-] / ˌpoʊst trəˈmæt ɪk ˈstrɛs dɪsˌɔr dər, -trɔ- /


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I spent most of the great technology bubble laughing, but maybe I was left with post-traumatic stress disorder anyway.

From MarketWatch Aug. 12, 2026

More than 170 people with post-traumatic stress disorder and frequent, severe nightmares took part.

From Science Daily Aug. 6, 2026

In addition to winning him the hand of Desdemona, they have left an invisible scar behind, a grievous case of post-traumatic stress disorder.

From The Wall Street Journal Jul. 9, 2026

One asked whether she had experienced post-traumatic stress disorder.

From BBC Jun. 6, 2026

The petition detailed Herbert's military service and explained why military veterans suffering from post-traumatic stress disorder are worthy of compassion.

From "Just Mercy" by Bryan Stevenson




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