GITNUX MARKETDATA REPORT 2024
Psychological Trauma Intensity Statistics
Psychological trauma intensity is measured using statistical methods to understand the prevalence and impact of traumatic experiences on individuals.
In this post, we will shine a light on the stark reality of psychological trauma intensity, as seen through eye-opening statistics on various traumatic experiences and their widespread impact on individuals across different demographics. From the prevalence of PTSD among veterans to the alarming rates of abuse and witnessing traumatic events in childhood, these statistics paint a sobering picture of the significant challenges faced by many in our society. Let’s dive into the data and explore the profound effects of psychological trauma on individuals’ well-being and mental health.
Statistic 1
"Approximately 5% of adolescents, globally, suffer from depression which is a major risk factor for suicide, the second leading cause of death in 15-19-year-olds."
Statistic 2
"Over 10% of women and 5% of men had PTSD that was related to childhood trauma."
Statistic 3
"Nearly 1.5 million high school students nationwide experience physical abuse from a dating partner in a single year."
Statistic 4
"One out of every 9 girls and 1 out of every 53 boys under age 18 in the U.S. will be sexually abused by an adult."
Statistic 5
"In the United States, an estimated 5 million adults suffer from PTSD during a given year."
Statistic 6
"Almost half of all children who witness the abuse of a parent develop PTSD."
Statistic 7
"About 26% of children in the United States will witness or experience a traumatic event before they turn 4."
Statistic 8
"Roughly 60% of men and 50% of women go through at least one trauma in their lives."
Statistic 9
"About 7 or 8 out of every 100 people would experience PTSD at some point in their lives."
Statistic 10
"Around 3% of U.S. military personnel serving in Iraq were identified as having depression or PTSD."
Statistic 11
"More than 33% of youths exposed to community violence will experience post-traumatic stress disorder"
Statistic 12
"Big traumas, those that are public or unexpected can impact a large number of people such as terrorism creates intense distress that can cause PTSD symptoms."
Statistic 13
"Childhood trauma has been linked to a higher likelihood of adult physical and mental health problems. Approximately 61% of adults surveyed in 1 state had at least 1 ACE (Adverse Childhood Experience)."
Statistic 14
"Studies reveal that about 1 of every 5 children who are victims of physical abuse and neglect will eventually develop PTSD."
Statistic 15
"The lifetime prevalence of PTSD in veterans of the Vietnam War may be as high as 15%."
Statistic 16
"The intensity of trauma faced by individuals after hurricanes is often high. 50% of Hurricane Katrina survivors developed an anxiety or mood disorder, and 1 in 6 developed PTSD."
Statistic 17
"Women (10.4%) were more than twice as likely as men (4.0%) to have PTSD at some point in their lives."
