How is PTSD diagnosed?
The Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders (DSM-5) outlines what criteria must be met to be diagnosed with PTSD by a professional
Is there a cure for PTSD?
No cure exists, only treatments. The underlying causes of PTSD need to be understood and addressed, so treatments are based around understanding the patient and what may have caused PTSD
Are PTSD and depression the same?
No. Depression can be one of the many things you're battling with PTSD, but they're not the same. PTSD needs to be diagnosed by a professional based on multiple criteria and is usually tracked to traumatic events. Depression can occur