Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) is an anxiety disorder that

• A. Can occur at any age
• B. Only occurs in adults
• C. Only develops immediately after traumatic event
• D. Only occurs in people who have served in the military

Answer: (A)

PTSD can develop after exposure to a traumatic event and is not limited to a specific age group. People of all ages—children, adolescents, and adults—can experience PTSD after events such as serious accidents, natural disasters, violence, or abuse. The onset is not required to be immediate; symptoms can begin weeks, months, or even years after the event and enduring distress or impairment is what meets the diagnosis. It’s not restricted to military service either. So, the statement that PTSD can occur at any age is the best answer.