Use
this PTSD (Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder) test to help determine
if you have the symptoms of PTSD and whether you should seek
a diagnosis or treatment for PTSD from a qualified doctor
or mental health professional.
Instructions:
If you suspect that you might suffer from post-traumatic stress
disorder, complete the following PTSD self-test by
answering using the formula below.
1= Almost Never, 2= Occasionally, 3= Frequently, and 4= Almost
Always
SCORE
25 - 35
36 - 50
51 - 100
INTERPRETATION
Your answers indicate that you may have very few PTSD
symptoms.
Your answers indicate that you may have some PTSD symptoms.
Your
answers indicate that you may have many PTSD symptoms.
If
you’ve been diagnosed or feel you do have PTSD, below
are some resources to begin your healing process:
- Make an appointment to see your doctor. (Take the
results of the self test with you.)
- Get a recommendation for a trained trauma professional,
therapist, psychologist,
psychiatrist,or
practitioner.
- Tell family members of your condition so they can
understand and support you.
- Speak to your religious leader.
- Educate yourself about PTSD so you understand what
you are experiencing. read more
- Develop a support system for healing.
- Reach out and connect with other survivors.
- Contact your local VA (http://www.va.gov/landing2_vetsrv.htm)
