Trauma and Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD)

1. Article/Fact Sheets:

PTSD: When it’s hard to cope, help is there
This article discusses the symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) and what types of treatment can be helpful.

Understanding PTSD Treatment Basics
Shares information about what PTSD is and treatments for it.


2. Websites:

The National Child Traumatic Stress Network
Provides information about various types of trauma including complex trauma (where a youth is exposed to multiple types of trauma). Provides basic information about trauma, common interventions/treatment/support, and additional resources for parents.

US Department of Veterans Affairs | National Center for PTSD
Provides information about Post Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) and who is at risk for developing this disorder. 

PsychCentral
Provides information about PTSD and common myths or misconceptions about PTSD. It is maintained by the American Psychological Association.