Do I Have Trauma and or PTSD?

1. I have trouble sleeping because I keep thinking about the traumatic event or feel anxious and scared.

2. I often feel restless or like I can’t sit still because of the anxiety related to the trauma.

3. I avoid situations or people that remind me of the trauma.

4. I feel like I am constantly on alert, as if something bad is about to happen.

5. I have trouble concentrating or focusing on tasks because of distressing thoughts related to the trauma.

6. I find it difficult to experience positive emotions, such as joy or happiness.

7. I often feel guilty or blame myself for what happened during the traumatic event.

8. I experience mood swings, feeling irritable or angry without much cause.

9. I feel like I have lost interest in activities I used to enjoy or I no longer care about things that once mattered.

10. I avoid talking about the traumatic event or think about it as much as possible.

11. I have difficulty trusting others or feel unsafe around people, even if they haven’t harmed me.

12. I feel like my life is constantly in danger, even when there’s no immediate threat.

13. I often feel disconnected from my surroundings or like I’m watching things happen from a distance.

14. I experience intense emotional distress or physical reactions when I am reminded of the trauma.

15. I frequently find myself easily startled or have difficulty relaxing.

16. I feel anxious or on edge, even when I’m in a safe environment.

17. I try to avoid reminders of the traumatic event, such as places, people, or activities.

18. I feel emotionally numb or detached from others since experiencing the trauma.

19. I often have nightmares related to a traumatic event.

20. I frequently experience unwanted memories or flashbacks of a traumatic event.