Essential information for patient and family

• Traumatic events often have psychological effects. For the majority, symptoms subside with no intervention. (see Psychological responses to traumatic stress: what to expect)
• Once symptoms have continued for over a month, treatment can be effective.
• The patient needs support and understanding, not to be told to ‘snap out of it’.
  

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