Here, if I were to say "I have trauma issues" instead of PTSD, there is an assumption you are just like them. Meaning you are ok really, with something to workout, but other wise fine. There is not an assumption you might be disabled. And even with using PTSD as a way to communicate it still goes over peoples heads in general. There is a major stigma here. If you can not see the injury, damage or disability the idea is you can "suck it up" and be fine.

"the suck it up" attitude is a myth if you work hard you will over come anything. Using trauma has no real connection to reality unless they personally know someone. and personally see how it effects their daily lives.

We treat are walking-wounded solider very badly, so you can just imagine if you have PTSD or trauma without being a veteran they think you are faking it. And need to just get a job and you will ok.