Many events can lead to posttraumatic stress disorder (PTSD). War is the most well-known cause, and PTSD is a leading problem among our veterans. But, there are other experiences that cause PTSD, things like rape, assault, accidents, and natural disasters. With this in mind, it is not surprising that an estimated 7.7 million Americans have been diagnosed with it.
Treating posttraumatic stress disorder with traditional Chinese medicine
By Mary Ann Petersen, LAc, Dipl.OM