Does complex PTSD last forever?

CPTSD is a serious mental health condition that can take some time to treat, and for many people, its a lifelong condition. However, a combination of therapy and medication can help you manage your symptoms and significantly improve your quality of life.

How do I know if I have complex PTSD?

Symptoms of complex PTSD feelings of shame or guilt. difficulty controlling your emotions. periods of losing attention and concentration (dissociation) physical symptoms, such as headaches, dizziness, chest pains and stomach aches.

Is C-PTSD worse than PTSD?

Due to its complex nature, CPTSD therapy might be more intense, frequent, and extensive than PTSD treatment.

What is the difference between PTSD and CPTSD?

The difference between CPTSD and PTSD is that PTSD usually occurs after a single traumatic event, while CPTSD is associated with repeated trauma.

What happens if PTSD is untreated?

Untreated PTSD from any trauma is unlikely to disappear and can contribute to chronic pain, depression, drug and alcohol abuse and sleep problems that impede a persons ability to work and interact with others.