Do You Have PTSD?

Screening for PTSD in a Primary Care Setting

From the National Center for PTSD

Physicians often use this screening tool for PTSD. It is only a guide and not meant to make a diagnosis! Research indicates that if you answer yes to 3 of the questions below you may have PTSD. If you answer yes to 3 questions please consider seeing a mental health professional for a complete assessment.

In your life, have you ever had any experience that was so frightening, horrible, or upsetting that, in the past month, you*

1. Have had nightmares about it or thought about it when you did not want to?

YES NO

2. Tried hard not to think about it or went out of your way to avoid situations that reminded you of it?

YES NO

3. Were constantly on guard, watchful, or easily startled?

YES NO

4. Felt numb or detached from others, activities, or your surroundings?

YES NO

Reference:

Screening for PTSD in a Primary Care Setting

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