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Symptoms of Post Traumatic Stress Disorder in Children and Adolescents

In children—especially those who are very young—the symptoms of PTSD can be different than the symptoms in adults. Symptoms in children include:

  • Fear of being separated from parent
  • Losing previously-acquired skills (such as toilet training)
  • Sleep problems and nightmares without recognizable content
  • Somber, compulsive play in which themes or aspects of the trauma are repeated
  • New phobias and anxieties that seem unrelated to the trauma (such as a fear of monsters)
  • Acting out the trauma through play, stories, or drawings
  • Aches and pains with no apparent cause
  • Irritability and aggression


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Source: "Post Traumatic Stress Disorder: Symptoms, Types, and Treatment." HelpGuide.org. 2001-2008. Date Accessed: 30 October 2008.

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