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posttraumatic

Pronunciation: [poʊsttrɔːˈmætɪk]

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Learn how to use posttraumatic in a sentence: 6 audio examples across 2 meanings.

Context: “medical”

(adjective) related to the effects that happen after a person experiences a very scary or stressful event. If someone has posttraumatic reactions, it means they are feeling the effects of something bad that happened to them in the past.

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After the accident, she showed signs of posttraumatic stress but started therapy to help her feel better.

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He did not have posttraumatic stress after the storm; instead, he felt calm and safe.

Example

Do you know what posttraumatic stress means?

Context: “psychology”

(adjective) describing problems that arise after someone has faced a traumatic experience. This can include feelings of anxiety, depression, or flashbacks about what happened.

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Many people with posttraumatic symptoms can find help and learn to cope with their feelings.

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Not everyone with a tough experience will develop posttraumatic symptoms; some people manage better than others.

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What are some common posttraumatic symptoms people might experience?

How to pronounce posttraumatic

Pronunciation: [poʊsttrɔːˈmætɪk]

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