Jоe is а sоldier whо wаs neаrly killed by a roadside bomb in the Middle East one week ago. Since the bomb incident he has been extremely anxious and feels like he is in a "daze." He avoids discussing topics, or watching media and events associated with the war against terrorism in this region, appears too disorganized to coordinate his own medical needs, is experiencing flashbacks associated with the bombing event last week, and is hypervigilant. These symptoms are interfering with his ability to return to the service and take care of his personal needs. It appears that Joe is suffering from _______.