The difference between PTSD and Complex PTSD

Many people do not understand the difference between PTSD and Complex PTSD. PTSD is based on a experiencing a scary event, while C-PTSD is about internalized shame from childhood.

Anna Lacey, LCSW

8/12/20261 min read

Many people do not understand that the difference between PTSD and Complex PTSD.

PTSD develops after experiencing a traumatic event, while C-PTSD develops out of internalized shame from childhood.