Trauma-Related Symptom Reflection
Review five trauma-related experiences without treating the total as a PTSD screen, diagnosis, or measure of recovery.
This is an educational self-reflection tool, not a clinical diagnostic instrument. It is not a substitute for professional medical or psychological evaluation.
Validation and evidence status
Status: Original educational reflection; not the PC-PTSD-5 or PCL-5 and not validated for PTSD screening, diagnosis, or treatment selection.
Editorial safety review: 2026-08-02. Independent medical review has not been completed.
- NIMH: Traumatic Events and PTSDAuthoritative overview of post-trauma reactions, PTSD, research, and help.
- VA National Center for PTSD: PC-PTSD-5The actual validated primary-care screen, its purpose, scoring information, and limitations.
These sources provide topic context and help-seeking guidance. They do not validate this website's five questions or its response total.
1.Have you had repeated, disturbing memories or thoughts about a traumatic event?
2.Have you had nightmares about a traumatic event or been unable to sleep because of it?
3.Have you tried to avoid thinking about or being reminded of a traumatic event?
4.Have you felt constantly on guard, watchful, or easily startled?
5.Have you felt numb or detached from people, activities, or your surroundings?
