![]() It occurs on a large spectrum with patterning being unique to each individual. Many of the behaviors are a way of creating avoidance at winding up in situations that resemble the event(s) that caused the trauma. Like many mental illnesses, it’s the brain’s reaction to trauma. ![]() It’s a series of complex, subtle behaviors that affect daily living. However, PTSD is more than just loud noises and flashbacks. C-PTSD is short for Complex-PTSD but that’s explained more below. It’s also commonly known as shellshock from way back in World War I when it was first noticed among those who fought in the trenches. ![]() In popular culture, it’s portrayed as a veteran hearing something loud similar to gunshots then being sent into flashbacks of whatever combat zone they experienced. Most people are fairly familiar with the concept of normal PTSD or Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder. So what are these terms I keep throwing around? However, as a writer focused in and around mental illness, one thing I do find to be surprisingly well written is the portrayal of mental illness, namely Blake’s C-PTSD and Yang’s PTSD in primarily Volumes 4-6. As a long-time writer myself, I can definitely see where the criticisms come from. RWBY, as a series, is one that has been met with much criticism when it comes to its writing. RWBY V5 C4 “Lighting the Fire”: Yang’s fighting the Branwen bandits when her hands shake, reminding her of the night that Adam took her arm. This is done from a clinical viewpoint, using sourced academic literature. Of course, they only speak from one point of view as PTSD symptoms and experiences are unique to each and every person. They have studied PTSD and C-PTSD in-depth and speak from personal experience. However, they have been writing for twenty years with a heavy focus on correct, realistic portrayals of mental health. The writer is also not a trained nor certified therapist. Disclaimer: These articles contain in-depth discussion on the topics of mental health/illness and topics such as abuse.
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