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PTSD Treatment Decision Aid
Use the decision aid to understand PTSD treatment options and compare your preferred treatments.
Support for Family and Friends
Find support resources for a partner, family member, or close friend of someone with PTSD.
We are the world's leading research and educational center of excellence on PTSD and traumatic stress.
Posttraumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is a mental health problem that some people develop after experiencing or witnessing a life-threatening or traumatic event. If symptoms last more than a few months, it may be PTSD. The good news is that there are effective treatments.
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PTSD Information Voice Mail: (802) 296-6300
Email: ncptsd@va.gov
Also see: VA Mental Health
U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs | 810 Vermont Avenue, NW Washington DC 20420
Last updated January 30, 2026

































