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Lifetime Prevalence of Posttraumatic Stress Disorder in the United States

Based on 2007 data, the lifetime prevalence rate of posttraumatic stress disorder (PTSD) in the United States is approximately 7% in the total adult population, affecting roughly 10% of females and 3% of males.

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Updated 2026-07-06

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