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Emotional symptoms of traumatic stress can include
Shock and disbelief
You might struggle accepting the reality of what has happened, disconnect or even feel numb.
Fear
You might fear that the exact same situation might occur again.
Sadness or grief
This might occur when you or the people you love have been facing life-altering consequences.
Helplessness
When sudden, unpredictable situations pop-up you might be feeling helpless and these can even trigger internal anxiety or depression.
Guilt
It is natural to feel some sense of guilt after a traumatic event. Especially in cases where people passed away and you survived.
Anger
Anger is easily triggered after a traumatic event. You might be prone to emotional outburst due to a feeling of responsibility over the traumatic event.