24th October 2023

Sam is also concerned that his ability to form new memories has been hindered since the traumatic event. He describes feeling unable to focus on conversations, often dwelling in his own thoughts, such that friends become frustrated as he then struggles to recall social plans. This occurs even immediately after a conversation. What is the best explanation for this?

Sam has visited his GP with concerns about his mental health. He has recently taken early retirement from working as a police officer following a particularly traumatic case. He reports feeling on edge and tired ‘all the time’ but is unable to recall any specific details of the event. Sam describes feeling like there is a ‘wall’ between himself and the memory.

Sam is also concerned that his ability to form new memories has been hindered since the traumatic event. He describes feeling unable to focus on conversations, often dwelling in his own thoughts, such that friends become frustrated as he then struggles to recall social plans. This occurs even immediately after a conversation. What is the best explanation for this?

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