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You may have heard stories of veterans experiencing a condition known as Posttraumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD), but did you know that if you were in a car accident, you have the potential of developing it? Posttraumatic Stress Disorder affects your ability to perform daily functions. It has been estimated that 10 to 45 percent of people involved in car crashes will develop this condition. Car accidents are a leading cause of Posttraumatic Stress Disorder.
Psychologists Edward B. Blanchard, Ph.D. and Edward J. Hickling, Psy.D. authored the publication, After the Crash: Assessment and Treatment of Motor Vehicle Accident Survivors. They believe that Posttraumatic Stress Disorder is a public health problem that is taking a psychological toll. These psychologists have stated that individuals who have been in car accidents are at a noticeable risk of developing this disorder.
Symptoms linked to Posttraumatic Stress Disorder include concentration difficulties, irritability, insomnia, detachment from others and trouble driving or riding in a vehicle. If you have developed PTSD, you may be fearful to get behind the wheel, which can impact your work and family life. After a car accident, you should be evaluated by a medical professional for Posttraumatic Stress Disorder, especially if you have been experiencing any of the listed symptoms.
If your car crash was caused by the other driver’s negligence and you have developed Posttraumatic Stress Disorder, you may be entitled to compensation to cover the costs associated with your condition. You should consult with a knowledgeable Texas car accident lawyer who can review your case to determine who was at fault. Call the experienced car accident attorneys at Vujasinovic & Beckcom P.L.L.C. at 713-224-7800 or 877-724-7800 for advice regarding your PTSD case. You may be able to recover monetary damages.
The article, Posttraumatic Stress Disorder Caused by a Car Accident, has more information on this topic.
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