National PTSD Awareness Month

June is here, and with it comes an important opportunity to shine a light on a condition that affects millions worldwide: Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD). PTSD Awareness Month, observed every June, is a crucial time to educate ourselves, reduce stigma, and foster a more supportive environment for those living with its effects.

At its core, PTSD is a mental health condition that can develop in individuals who have experienced or witnessed a terrifying event. While it’s often associated with combat veterans, it’s critical to understand that PTSD can affect anyone who has gone through trauma. 

It’s not simply “stress” that goes away with time. PTSD involves a complex interplay of psychological, biological, and neurological changes that can persist long after the traumatic event has ended.

PTSD Awareness Month isn’t just about recognizing symptoms; it’s about building a more compassionate society.