Understanding PTSD Following Trauma: A Personal Story and Perspective .

Guest contributor Fardowsa Abdi, MSc candidate, blends personal experience with scientific evidence to explore PTSD in orthopaedic trauma care. Affecting up to 30% of survivors, PTSD is shaped by biological, cognitive, and social factors and often coexists with chronic pain. The article reviews neuroimaging, risk populations (e.g., refugees, veterans), and current therapies including trauma-informed care and psychotherapy. Abdi’s own journey underscores the possibility of post-traumatic growth and resilience.