The Co-Occurrence of PTSD and Mood Disorders

PTSD and mood disorders often co-occur. Learn more about the different mood disorders, as well as the relationship between these disorders and PTSD.

PTSD and depression frequently co-occur. In and of themselves, the symptoms of depression can be very difficult to manage. However, they may be even more difficult to cope with when you are already attempting to deal with symptoms of PTSD. Fortunately, there are a number of coping skills that may be helpful in managing the symptoms of...

Feelings of guilt commonly occur among trauma survivors. Learn about the relationship between trauma, PTSD, and guilt, as well as how this guilt can be addressed in treatment.

This article presents an overview of the relationship between PTSD and suicide, as well as ways of coping with thoughts of suicide. Potential treatment options for people experiencing thoughts of suicide are also presented.

Learn more about seasonal affective disorder and its potential impact on your posttraumatic stress disorder symptoms.

PTSD and depression commonly co-occur. Learn about depression and its connection with PTSD.

People who have experienced a traumatic event may be more likely to attempt suicide. Learn about the connection between trauma, PTSD, and suicide, as well as what you can do if you are having thoughts of ending your own life.

Posttraumatic stress disorder (PTSD) and depression frequently co-occur. When depressed, a person may experience intense sadness, despair, low motivation, and thoughts of death. As a result, depression can be very difficult to cope with, and it can greatly interfere with your life. However, depression can be overcome. Have you struggled with and...

Learn more about the effect PTSD can have on people with a diagnosis of bipolar disorder.

This article presents an overview of the relationship between PTSD and suicide, as well as ways of coping with thoughts of suicide. Potential treatment options for people experiencing thoughts of suicide are also presented.