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A disorder characterised by failure to recover after experiencing or witnessing a terrifying event.
Symptoms may include nightmares or flashbacks, avoidance of situations that bring back the trauma, heightened reactivity to stimuli, anxiety or depressed mood. Treatment includes different types of psychotherapy as well as medications to manage symptoms. Consult a doctor for medical advice Sources: Mayo Clinic and others. SYMPTOMS Requires a medical diagnosis Symptoms may include nightmares or flashbacks, avoidance of situations that bring back the trauma, heightened reactivity to stimuli, anxiety or depressed mood. People may experience: Behavioural: agitation, irritability, hostility, hypervigilance, self-destructive behaviour, or social isolation Psychological: flashback, fear, severe anxiety, or mistrust Mood: loss of interest or pleasure in activities, guilt, or loneliness Sleep: insomnia or nightmares Also common: emotional detachment or unwanted thoughts Consult a doctor for medical advice Sources: Mayo Clinic and others. TREATMENTS Treatment consists of medications and therapy Treatment includes different types of psychotherapy as well as medications to manage symptoms. Therapies Cognitive behavioral therapy A talk therapy focused on modifying negative thoughts, behaviours and emotional responses associated with psychological distress. Eye movement desensitization and reprocessing Psychological treatment that reduces the stress of traumatic events through eye movements. Exposure and response prevention A talk therapy based on exposing feared or traumatic experiences within a safe setting in order to help reduce any associated psychological distress.Medications Selective Serotonin Reuptake Inhibitor (SSRI) Eases symptoms of depressed mood and anxiety.
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AuthorSonya has a Diploma of Counselling and volunteers for The Recky Program. A non-profit organisation run by Veterans and First Responders for past and present Veterans and First Responders suffering mental and or physical injuries from their time in the service. ArchivesCategories |