Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is an Anxiety disorder that is treatable and affects about one million Australians each year. It develops when memories of a terrible event and feelings of fear. These feelings linger long, making it difficult for people to go about their everyday lives.
- Whether personally experienced or watched, catastrophic events, including death, serious injury, or sexual assault, can result in post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD).
- According to psychiatrists, PTSD results from the brain mislabeling memories from traumatic experiences, putting them in the "immediate action" region rather than where they should be.
- The brain gradually processes memories over time in individuals not experiencing PTSD after trauma, progressively reducing their intensity.
- Recollections are still startlingly vivid for those with PTSD, much like they were during the initial shock.
- Violent events, assaults, natural catastrophes, accidents, domestic abuse, or witnessing traumatic experiences can trigger conditions.
- There is a vast range in how people react to trauma, and while most people recover on their own, some people experience on going symptoms.
a. Unwanted flashbacks to the horrific experience
b. Unsettling memories of the incident
c.Nightmares brought on by the horrific event
d.Prolonged discomfort brought on by memories of the incident
e.Physical signs, including heart palpitations or perspiration
f.Hyper vigilance and a persistent sense of unease
g.Having trouble falling asleep or having frequent sleep disruptions
h.Anger or emotional outburst episodes
i.Feelings of shame and self-blame about the painful incident
j.Feeling devoid of hope or as though there is nothing to look forward to
- Clinical interview: Learning about the patient's medical history, current symptoms, and exposure to trauma.
- Diagnostic Requirements: Using diagnostic screening tools such as PTSD symptoms checklist.
- Evaluation of Symptoms: Measuring the intensity of intrusive recollections, avoidance behaviour, fluctuations in mood, etc.
- Collateral Information: Obtaining feedback to validate symptoms from pertinent sources.
- Medical evaluation: Performing physical examinations to exclude any underlying health conditions.
- Duration and Impairment: Assessing the impact of symptoms on daily life routine.
1.Trauma Focused: CBT/ EMDR with clinical psychologist through required GP referral.
2.Assertive Services: obtaining encouragement and validation from peer counselling and support groups.
3.Modifications in Lifestyle: incorporating stress-reduction techniques, exercise, sleep, and a nutritious diet.
4.Self-Helding: Utilizing well-being-promoting activities and relaxing methods.
5.Education: Gaining knowledge about PTSD and available treatments to take an active role in one's healing.
- Making accurate diagnosis.
- Requesting GP to refer patients to psychiatrist.
- Handling co-occurring illnesses such as substance misuse, anxiety, or depression.
- Give medication as needed and monitor how it affects physical health.
- Ensuring hospitalized access when needed.
- ncouraging ties to local resources for continuing assistance.
- Encouraging ties to local resources for continuing assistance.
To assist you on your path to recoverys Tele Thoughts is skilled in evaluating, diagnosing, and treating PTSD and related disorders.
