The Main Differences Between PTSD and C-PTSD Explained

Do you know the difference between PTSD and C-PTSD? Although both are trauma-related conditions, they can affect people in very different ways. In this video, we take a clear, compassionate look at Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) and Complex Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (C-PTSD) — what they are, how they develop, and how they differ.

You’ll learn:
✅ What PTSD is, including common causes and how it can develop after a single traumatic event
✅ What C-PTSD is, including how repeated or long-term trauma can lead to different symptoms
✅ The key similarities and differences between PTSD and C-PTSD
✅ How both conditions affect emotions, thinking patterns, relationships, and daily life
✅ Practical steps for managing symptoms and seeking support
✅ The role of counselling, therapy, and peer support in recovery

This video is designed to educate, empower, and offer hope. Whether you’re living with PTSD or C-PTSD yourself, supporting a loved one, or simply seeking to understand trauma better, you’ll find clear explanations and actionable information here.

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