In case you need to diagnose yourself., I've put them into text form instead of paging through each one.
https://www.domesticshelters.org/domestic-violence-lists/signs-of-ptsd#.V23m73qvGR4
# 1 Flashbacks or nightmares of the abuse.
# 2 Intense physical reactions to reminders (e.g. pounding heart, rapid breathing, nausea, muscle tension, sweating).
# 3 Avoiding places or situations that serve as reminders.
# 4 Thinking the world is more dangerous than it is.
# 5 Trouble concentrating.
# 6 Any signs of depression.
# 7 Overwhelming feelings of sadness, fear, despair, guilt or self-hatred.
# 8 Not seeking help to avoid discussing or thinking about the abuse.
# 9 Physical pain that migrates throughout the body.
# 10 An inability to imagine a positive future.
# 11 Lack of interest in activities once enjoyed.
# 12 Outbursts of anger.
# 13 Loss of interest in other people and the outside world.
# 14 Difficulty sleeping.
# 15 Forgetting parts of traumatic events.
# 16 Not being able to trust others.
# 17 Jittery or always on alert for danger.
# 18 Agitation or irritability.
# 19 Emotional numbness.
# 20 See, hear or smell something that triggers memory.
# 21 Being startled by loud noises or surprises.
# 22 Feelings of intense distress when reminded of the trauma.
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