What were PTSD symptoms referred to during the Civil War? This question is based on the Faces Interactive PTSD Module

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During the Civil War, PTSD symptoms were referred to as Da Costa's Syndrome, named after Dr. Jacob Mendes Da Costa, who described a cluster of symptoms seen in soldiers including fatigue, palpitations, shortness of breath, and chest pains, similar to what is known today as PTSD symptoms.

What Were PTSD Symptoms Referred to During the Civil War