06/05/2026
A growing body of research highlights the ways that frequent exposure to trauma can contribute to the development of PTSI, such as posttraumatic stress disorder, major depressive disorder (MDD), generalized anxiety disorder (GAD), social anxiety disorder (SAD), and panic disorder (PD). About four in five (82%) people who met the criteria for probable Posttraumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) and who sought health care services had trouble accessing what they needed. Specific barriers included long wait times (39%), appointments being cancelled, rescheduled or delayed due to the COVID-19 pandemic (38%), and cost of care (37%). Military personnel, emergency personnel, rescue workers, first responders, journalists and families of victims are particularly at risk, although PTSD can affect anyone, regardless of socio-economic status, gender, age, nationality or vocation. This month, we raise awareness and abandon stigma. PTSD can be treated, so seeking help is important.
https://www.canada.ca/en/public-health/services/mental-health-services/mental-health-get-help.html
