For some people, a car accident is a traumatic experience that causes long-term side effects, one being post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD). If you are feeling the following, you may be suffering from PTSD:
Nightmares
Insomnia
Fear of medical tests or procedures
A general and persistent feeling of uneasiness
Anxiety about driving or riding in cars
Feeling disconnected from other people
Ongoing flashbacks of the accident that you can't control
A doctor can prescribe medications such as antidepressants or anti-anxiety drugs and may recommend psychotherapy to help you learn ways to cope with PTSD effectively.