SIOUX FALLS, S.D. (KELO AM) - Mrs. South Dakota International Jessica Beal-Bahmuller of Sioux Falls is preparing to compete for the International title. Beal-Bahmuller's platform is raising awareness about PTSD.
She says one in eight Americans suffer from PTSD. She says the disorder can be caused by any life threatening event, even the death of a loved one.
Beal-Bahmuller says only 6% of those who suffer from PTSD are military related.
Beal-Bahmuller is competing this week in Jacksonville, Florida, with the crowning on Saturday.