Managing Post-traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) |
Diagnosis and intervention from a mental health professional are important for the effective treatment of PTSD and to minimize the long-term impact of this condition. Individuals may develop PTSD from exposure to trauma such as physical abuse, intimate partner violence (IPV), or and accident and may have difficulty coping and adjusting. People with PTSD have symptoms that impact aspects of their day-to-day lives and is more likely in women as they are twice as likely to develop PTSD compared to men. Additionally, adult women account for more than half of the overall PTSD population in the United States.
One of the key barriers to treatment is the stigma surrounding the condition, but there are management strategies that have helped many PTSD patients. Trauma-focused psychotherapy, including exposure-based therapy and cognitive processing therapy, has demonstrated clinical benefits in the treatment of PTSD, including the reduction of symptom severity and improved remission rates. Psychotherapy is the recommended initial treatment for PTSD, however, there are also pharmacologic treatments available. Together with your healthcare provider, you can learn about the different options.
For anyone who has been exposed to trauma and may be experiencing the signs or symptoms of PTSD, reaching out to a healthcare provider is a critical first step in getting help. It is important to stay educated, maintain an open dialogue with your healthcare provider, and continue to help break the stigma surrounding mental health.
For more information on PTSD, as well as available resources, and support, visit www.nexusmentalhealth.com. National Institute of Mental Health (NIH) (2023): Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder
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