PTSD Resources
Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) is a mental health condition that can develop after a person experiences or witnesses a traumatic event—such as serious accidents, natural disasters, violence, or combat.
Key points:
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It involves persistent psychological distress related to the trauma.
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Symptoms include intrusive memories, avoidance, negative changes in mood and thinking, and heightened arousal or reactivity.
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PTSD can interfere with daily life, relationships, work, and overall functioning.
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Not everyone who experiences trauma develops PTSD; it depends on factors like severity, support, and coping mechanisms.
Some may experience psychological symptoms such as:
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Intrusive thoughts or flashbacks of the trauma
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Nightmares related to the event
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Persistent negative beliefs about self, others, or the world
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Guilt, shame, or fear
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Emotional numbness or detachment
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Difficulty concentrating or making decisions
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Anxiety, panic, or hypervigilance
Some may experience physical symptoms such as:
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Sleep disturbances – insomnia or nightmares
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Fatigue – feeling constantly tired or drained
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Muscle tension or pain – especially headaches, neck, or back pain
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Rapid heartbeat or palpitations – often triggered by reminders of trauma
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Sweating, trembling, or gastrointestinal issues
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Hypervigilance reactions – jumpiness, startle response, or feeling “on edge”
When should you seek help with PTSD?
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If you are experiencing extreme symptoms (either physical, psychological or both), avoidance and isolation, functional impairment or symptoms are getting in the way of normal daily functioning, it may be time to seek help with your PTSD.
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Below, you’ll find a variety of resources that may help support you with your PTSD. Please take a moment to explore them.
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