I think when many people hear or see the letters “PTSD” an image of a war surviving soldier pops up in our minds. However, the prevalence and effect of Post Traumatic Stress Disorder doesn’t affect solely veterans and military service members. Adolescent females, ages 13-18, have the highest prevalence of PTSD in their age demographic …
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We all have coping mechanisms and skills that we have developed throughout our lives that we use consciously and unconsciously when we are experiencing distress. When it comes to coping with the different facets of Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder, some things can be more effective than others. Typically, there are internal and external means of coping. …
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If you have a family member or a friend who has been diagnosed with Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder, you may feel at a loss for ways you can help them. A few tips for helping a loved one navigate PTSD are: Approach them with empathy. You may not personally understand what they are feeling and experiencing, …
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