Tuesday, August 23, 2011

Caring for Those with Posttraumatic Stress Disorder


Does your wounded warrior…
  • Have difficulty sleeping or suffer from nightmares?
  • Have unwanted memories or thoughts?
  • Suffer from anxiety and panic attacks?
  • Become irritable or angry or express violent behavior?
  • Use alcohol or drugs to cope with stress?
  • Feel scared or confused?
  • Have trouble managing daily activities?
If so, he or she may be experiencing symptoms of posttraumatic stress disorder (PTSD). Many survivors of a traumatic event return to normal with time, whereas others take longer to heal—these individuals may develop PTSD.

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