PostTraumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD)

Quick Facts

Statistics

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• 3.5% of the US population is affected by PTSD​

  • 37% of PTSD cases are classified as severe​

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Causes

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• Exposure to  trauma

  • Accident, assault,​ natural disaster, military combat, etc.

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Symptoms

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• Re-experiencing moments

  • Recurring intrusive thoughts​

  • Flashbacks of trauma

• Avoidance of certain places, things, or people associated  with trauma​​

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Treatments

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• Medications

• Self-management strategies

  • Meditation & mindfulness

  • Usage of therapy animals​

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