All of us experience trauma at some point of time in our lives. The traumatic event could be due to natural calamities war accidents sexual or physical assault and mental and even physical torture. These experiences can induce post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD). People suffering from this condition undergo intense distress fear and feelings of helplessness. This happens whenever the memory of the traumatic incident grips them. This can cause sleep disorders and feelings of detachment or numbness. It has been found that women are more likely to suffer from post-traumatic stress disorder. Identifying post-traumatic stress disorder A healthcare professional may