Veteran's affliction, in brief Crossword Clue

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(noun)
1. an anxiety disorder associated with serious traumatic events and characterized by such symptoms as survivor guilt, reliving the trauma in dreams, numbness and lack of involvement with reality, or recurrent thoughts and images

Hint 2: Clue Definitions

AFFLICTION (noun)
1. a cause of great suffering and distress
2. a condition of suffering or distress due to ill health
VETERAN (adjective)
1. rendered competent through trial and experience
VETERAN (noun)
1. an experienced person who has been through many battles; someone who has given long service
2. a serviceman who has seen considerable active service

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