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What Are The Facts About Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder After a Crash?

Parents involved in a car crash when their children are in the vehicle usually worry about the children and push their own pain and injuries aside. While this is normal, it is something that can lead to problems down the road. Parents who are victims of car crashes might end up with post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD). When you need a Philadelphia car accident lawyer, you can contact them for a free consultation.

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What Are The Facts About Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder After a Crash?

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  1. Facts About Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder After A Crash

  2. Parents involved in a car crash when their children are in the vehicle usually worry about the children and push their own pain and injuries aside. While this is normal, it is something that can lead to problems down the road. Parents who are victims of car crashes might end up with post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD). Consider these facts about this disorder.

  3. PTSD is more common than some realize The Department of Veterans Affairs notes that at least 9 percent of motor vehicle accident survivors have PTSD. This is likely a low estimate, as it only takes the victims who seek treatment into account. At higher estimates, an average of 60 percent of people who seek treatment after a car crash suffers from PTSD.

  4. Some people have risk factors for PTSD Some people seem more likely to suffer from PTSD after a car crash. These include people who are already dealing with a previous traumatic event, those who suffer from other mental health conditions and those who can’t cope with trauma.

  5. PTSD is a treatable condition PTSD is a treatable condition. Methods like cognitive behavioral therapy and similar options can help people to cope with the underlying issues. Some treatments can help them learn how to cope with stressors that contribute to a PTSD flare-up or episode.

  6. Compensation might be possible Some victims of car accidents opt to seek compensation for their injuries. Keeping track of how the accident affects your life, as well as the life of the children who are in the car, can help you to show the damages you suffer. This includes copies of any bills you get or proof of any income you weren’t able to earn.

  7. When you need a Philadelphia car accident lawyer, you can contact them for a free consultation by calling 866-597-8572 for a free case evaluation.

  8. Soloff & Zervanos, P.C 1525 Locust Street 8th Floor Philadelphia, PA 19102 https://www.soloffandzervanos.com /contact.shtml 215-929-7216

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