Sam BechtelTech and Assess of HES course
POST TRAUMATIC STRESS
DISORDER(PTSD)
Is a psychiatric condition following the experience of a life-threatening event.
WHAT IS IT?
Military CombatNatural DisastersAssaultIncidentsAccidentsHospitalizations
for the treatment following life-threatening diseases
EXAMPLES
When someone suff ers an ep isode they can exper ience a l l d iff erent symptoms.
Some of wh ich inc lude re l iev ing t rauma in some way such as :
Rel iev ing t rauma Stay ing away f rom
people or th ings that remind them of the t rauma
Feel ings o f s tart l ing eas i ly
PTSD EPISODE
Symptoms have to be ongoing for at least for one month in order to be considered PTSD symptoms
DIAGNOSIS
Extreme Fears IsolationSuicideDepression
ISSUES ASSOCIATED W/PTSD
7.8% of Americans will experience PTSD some point in their lives.
Women are twice as likely as men to experience it
3.6% of U.S. adults ages 18-54 have PTSD in a given year, 5.2 million people.
30% of people who experience war time experience PTSD.
HOW COMMON?
PTSD.gov/2007 Nebraska Department of Veteran Aff airs.
Symptoms, treatment, and self help/Melinda Smith M.A. & Jeanne Segal, Ph.D. December 2014
OVERVIEW OF PTSD
Gulit, blame, shame Irritiablity and agressionSubstance abuseDepression/hoplessnessAlienated and alonePhysical aches and pains Mistrust or betrayal feelings
SYMPTOMS IN ADULTS
Separation AnxietySkill lossFlashback nightmaresAches and Pains-no cause Irritability and aggressionNew phobias and anxieties
SYMPTOMS IN CHILDREN/ADOLESCENTS
Seeking help right away if you suspect someone or yourself may be suff ering from PTSD
PTSD symptoms can change family life Symptoms can be related to other health
issues/concerns
SEEK HELP
MedicationFamily TherapyTrauma-Focused Behavioral TherapyEye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing
Treatment for PTSD
TREATMENT OPTIONS
Reaching out to others for support It’s a process ongoing, healing won’t happen
overnightAvoid alcohol and drugs Knowing your not aloneSeeking help is a sign of strength not weaknessChallenge your sense of helplessness
HEALING PROCESS
Learn about PTSD-self-educate Join a PTSD support GroupConfide in a person you trustAvoid alcohol and drugsExercisePractice relaxation methods
SUGGESTIONS
Millions are suff erers just in the U.S.Coming to get support for yourself or another is
strength, never weakness
PTSD suff ering
YOUR NEVER ALONE AS A SUFFERER
Treatment is vital in the healing process to overcome any further damage already mentally occurring.
IMPORTANCE OF TREATMENT
Earlier traumatic experiences
Family History Substance AbuseDepression, anxiety, or
another mental illnessHigh levels of stress in
everyday lifeLack of coping and
support following trauma
RISK FACTORS
Normal responses to trauma can lead to PTSD
After a traumatic event the body and mind are in shock
Psychological mind stress and fears
PTSD VS. NORMAL RESPONSE TO TRAUMA
Take time to give your mind a rest, literately
Avoid technology and strain on the eyes
Avoiding alcohol and drugsGetting plenty of sleepFind ways to blow off steam,
such as exercising or talking with someone you trust
COPING WITH SYMPTOMS
Counseling Center on College CampusesMilitary Base Counseling CentersHospitalsHotline number
PTSD, WHERE TO GET HELP
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