PTSD

Complex PTSD (CPTSD): Symptoms, Causes, and Treatment

Complex post-traumatic stress disorder (CPTSD) affects approximately 10% of individuals exposed to trauma in clinical settings, highlighting its significant impact on mental health worldwide . This chronic condition results from prolonged or repeated trauma, often during childhood, and leads to complex symptoms affecting emotional regulation, self-concept, and interpersonal relationships . Although CPTSD shares some features with post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) and borderline personality disorder (BPD), it is now recognized as a distinct diagnosis requiring tailored assessment and treatment approaches .