Post-traumatic stress disorder
Understanding PTSD and presumptive eligibility for Washington nurses
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Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is a serious mental health condition that can develop after experiencing or witnessing traumatic events. This page provides resources and information specifically tailored to Washington state nurses regarding PTSD and presumptive eligibility under workers’ compensation laws.
Working in healthcare is rewarding, but also stressful. Resources can be difficult to locate when needed. The Washington State Board of Nursing has created a page dedicated to Mental Health Resources for Nurses and compiled top resources into this downloadable PDF:
