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Posttraumatic

/pˌoʊsttrɔˈmætɪk/
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(adj) After, or as a result of, a trauma.

Mary has posttraumatic stress disorder.
Esther has posttraumatic stress disorder.
CEFR Practice Quiz
The veteran was diagnosed with ____ stress disorder after returning from active service overseas.

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