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post-traumatic

American  
[pohst-truh-mat-ik, -traw-] / ˌpoʊst trəˈmæt ɪk, -trɔ- /
Also posttraumatic

adjective

  1. occurring after physical or psychological trauma.


Etymology

Origin of post-traumatic

First recorded in 1900–05; post- + traumatic

Example Sentences

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"He gives me a life," says Maria Johal, who has spent most of her life suffering from panic attacks after she developed post-traumatic stress disorder from childhood neglect.

From BBC • Jun. 14, 2026

There are also psychiatric factors including anxiety, depression, obsessive compulsive disorder and post-traumatic stress disorder.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 19, 2026

Kylie Jenner is sued by a former housekeeper who says she has post-traumatic stress disorder after ‘severe harassment’ from fellow staff while working for the beauty mogul.

From Los Angeles Times • May 1, 2026

One of them said she suffered from post-traumatic stress disorder.

From Barron's • Apr. 29, 2026

The petition detailed Herbert's military service and explained why military veterans suffering from post-traumatic stress disorder are worthy of compassion.

From "Just Mercy" by Bryan Stevenson

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