Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder​

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What is Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder?

Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) is a mental health condition that can develop in individuals who have experienced or witnessed a traumatic event. Traumatic events that can lead to PTSD include:

  1. Combat exposure: Military personnel may develop PTSD after exposure to combat or other dangerous situations during their service.
  2. Physical or sexual assault: Survivors of assault, whether physical or sexual, may experience PTSD.
  3. Natural disasters: Individuals who have lived through or witnessed natural disasters such as earthquakes, floods, or hurricanes may develop PTSD.
  4. Accidents: People involved in serious accidents, such as car crashes, may be at risk for PTSD.
  5. Witnessing violence: Those who witness violence, whether in a personal or community setting, can be affected.

Diagnosis​

PTSD is characterized by a range of symptoms that can be grouped into four main clusters:

  1. Intrusive thoughts: Recurrent, involuntary memories of the traumatic event, flashbacks, nightmares, or distressing reactions to reminders of the trauma.
  2. Avoidance: Avoiding thoughts, feelings, or situations associated with the traumatic event. This can include avoiding people, places, or activities that trigger memories of the trauma.
  3. Negative changes in mood and cognition: Persistent negative emotions, distorted thoughts about oneself or others, feelings of detachment from others, and a diminished interest in activities once enjoyed.
  4. Changes in arousal and reactivity: Irritability, angry outbursts, difficulty concentrating, exaggerated startle response, and sleep disturbances.

 

It’s important to note that not everyone who experiences a traumatic event develops PTSD. Factors such as the severity of the trauma, the individual’s support system, and pre-existing mental health conditions can influence the likelihood of developing PTSD.

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If any of this strikes a chord for you or for a loved one, please take some time to reflect on these considerations before reaching out to us to book an Info Session. From there, we can support you in determining whether one of our treatments could be right for you, and how to begin your healing journey with Cena Life.

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