Countless books and Internet sources stress that over seven million Americans suffer from PTSD.  Many more may not know they have the disease.  It can result from war, death of a loved one, injury and mental or emotional trauma.  I’m not an expert on this disease, but I feel sad for people who are trapped in it.  My symptoms were mild compared to what others have been known to experience.  Health care professionals are more aware of the disease today, and can provide treatment.  Helpful information about diagnosis and treatments can be found on the Internet, and through www.sidran.org