Assignment task: Explain, as you would to a child or someone who is completely unfamiliar with the concept of stress disorders, why there should not be a stigma around PTSD. Please include in your response:
1. A very brief summary of the definition of PTSD and/or stress disorders in general
2. Some appropriate examples of the types of events that might lead to PTSD - remember, this explanation is geared toward someone with no background understanding so please be sensitive with how much detail you share
3. Some very general signs or symptoms that one might see exhibited by someone with PTSD (please cite your readings). Include in your explanation why your listener should not be afraid of or judge someone with these symptoms but instead try to be empathic.