Number of Aussies Presenting with PTSD Has Increased, data shows

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A Sunshine Coast mental health clinic has reported a 42% increase in guests presenting with PTSD and C-PTSD over the last 12 months. 

According to the Australian Institute of Health and Welfare, 75% of Australian adults will experience an event that causes psychological trauma within their lifetime

With World Mental Health Day just a few days away, The Wire’s Mary-Kate Hannagan spoke with Georgia Ray, Psychologist and Clinical Lead at Palladium Private, to learn more about PTSD and effective treatments for the disorder. 

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