Which disorder involves haunting memories and social withdrawal after a traumatic experience?

The disorder characterized by haunting memories and social withdrawal following a traumatic experience is Posttraumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD). This condition arises after an individual experiences or witnesses a traumatic event, leading to severe emotional distress. Common symptoms of PTSD include flashbacks, nightmares, heightened anxiety, and avoidance behaviors, particularly concerning reminders of the trauma. Social withdrawal often occurs as individuals may feel disconnected from others or overwhelmed by their memories and emotions related to the trauma.

In contrast, while depression can involve feelings of sadness and isolation, it is not specifically tied to a recent traumatic event in the same way PTSD is. Anxiety disorders involve excessive worry and fear but may not have the specific traumatic context that is central to PTSD. Panic attacks are acute episodes of intense fear or discomfort that escalate quickly, but they do not encompass the chronic, haunting memories associated with trauma that characterize PTSD.