Is it possible for someone to develop symptoms of PTSD months or even years after experiencing a traumatic event, even if they seemed fine initially?
PTSD doesn’t always show up immediately. Months or even years after trauma, stress or certain triggers can bring symptoms out. I’ve personally seen a friend go from seeming fine to dealing with severe anxiety a year after a traumatic event, and therapy was a game-changer.
Yes, delayed PTSD symptoms are definitely possible. Some people seem fine at first, but symptoms can show up months or even years later, especially when something triggers the memory.