Mental illness in Children
PTSD
PTSD (Post Traumatic Stress Disorder)
PTSD- A mental health condition triggered by experiencing or seeing a terrifying event.
Signs and Symptoms
Mood: Anger, General Discontent, Guilt, Hopelessness, Inability to feel pleasure, Loneliness, Loss of interest, Nervousness, Panic Attack, or Emotional Distress
Behavioral: aggression, agitation, hostility, hyper vigilance, irritability, screaming, self-destructive behavior, self-harm, or social isolation
Percentage Of Adolescent
There are about 10% of kids that suffer from PTSD in their lifetime.
Facilities And Local Resources
Their are 2 major facilities that take care of PTSD
Their is One in Maryland and One in Vermont
Their is One in Maryland and One in Vermont