These are rarely talked about, but still somewhat common after car accidents.
Psychological injuries such as PTSD may manifest after a severe or even minor car accident.
Studies performed by the National Center for PTSD have found that about 9% of car accident survivors develop PTSD as a result of their crash.
Other psychological disorders, like depression and anxiety, can result from physical injuries sustained during a car accident that limits your daily functioning, preventing you from performing tasks you once did with ease.