Is it possible to get PTSD from being very depressed?
I have manic depression and last summer was very very bad. I have recurring nightmares and I avoid anything that will give me a similar feeling as I did that summer.
Trauma,Depression
<p>In general, the answer is no. Depression can not not generally cause PTSD.&nbsp;</p><p><span style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: 100%;">Your question does make a lot of sense, though. Depression is a common symptom of PTSD.&nbsp;</span></p><p><span style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: 100%;">A counselor in your area should be able to help you what's going on - either feelings of depression, PTSD, or both.&nbsp;</span></p>