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Over the last 6 years I worked with Veterans that have been diagnosed with PTSD. I have seen symptoms of this diagnosis play out in a variety ways. This experience has only fueled my passion to want to become more educated and experienced on the topic so that I can better service to Veterans. I also believe that becoming better educated on the topic will allow me to dispel some of the myths associated with PTSD. As discussed in class, before the accept into the DSM-3 in 1980 service member that experienced symptoms of PTSD were seen as unfit to handle the psychological casualties that came with the War. They were often viewed as weak and were forced back on the battlefield despite showing clear indicators that the fatigue that comes along with battle had begun to affect their daily lives. After the mainstream acceptance of PTSD in 1980 many active duty service members and Veterans still had a hard time proving to the VSA that they were indeed suffering from PTSD. Over time there has been a mainstream acceptance that many Veterans as well as other populations may suffer from PTSD. The mainstream acceptance of PTSD has the ability to offer hope to those that are affected by the

In a nutshell, a patient undergoing therapy for PTSD is expected to explore feelings and thoughts related to the trauma, learning coping techniques, and deal with feelings of self-blame, mistrust, and guilt, and address relational and social problems (Smith & Segal, 2011).

The in depth and thorough details of PTSD that Mr. Creamer provides in this article will be very useful in my writings, it also aids in the aspect of psychological treatment being a pro

PTSD is listed among a group called Trauma-and-stressor-Related Disorders. For a person to be diagnosed with PTSD, they must have been exposed to, witness, or experience the details of a traumatic experience (e.g., a first responder), one that involves “actual or threatened death, serious injury, or sexual violence” (APA, 2013, p. 271). (PRU, 2016, p. 66). The aforementioned definition of PTSD relates to soldiers; the manifestations and causes experienced with traditional PTSD can look somewhat different. Obvious causes of PTSD in soldiers stem from exposure to stressful circumstances within combat, exposure to the suffering and death of others, destruction, personal danger, and injury. A study on Vietnam soldiers provides insight on less obvious causes of PTSD. The study suggests

PTSD is defined as mental health disorder triggered by a terrifying event (Mayoclinic). This ordeal could be the result of some sort of physical harm or threat to the individual, family members, friends or even strangers. (NIMH) While PTSD is typically associated with someone who has served in the military, it can affect more than just that genre of individuals. It could affect rape victims, victims in a terrorist or natural disaster incident, nurses,

I have lived through this tough experience that I wouldn’t want others to experience or have their loved one living with this issue. My husband would be a perfect candidate to interview for this topic since he has lived through these trying times. He continues to battle PTSD every day. Derek struggles to live with this ongoing issue and learn how to cope every day. As his spouse, I learn how to cope with him because I know he cannot control these symptoms, however I will say that he has made progress from the first time that he was diagnosed. Therefore, I do believe post- traumatic stress disorder effects the combat

This is where support groups and coaching comes into play and are very useful for recovery. PTSD survivors need to be heard and be able to talk about their feelings without and judgment or comparisons and to feel that they have a voice in what their pain is.

The question that some may ask is- what is PTSD- post traumatic stress disorder. Well “PTSD is one of the most common mental health conditions” in the United States (Charles, 2013). There are two different types of PTSD, civilian PTSD and combat PTSD. Civilian PTSD is when someone witnesses or is a part of a tragic event. These events can include a natural disaster, living through a violent act or neglect; experience a sudden death of someone close and witnessing or being in a tragic accident or event, such as a car accident or 9/11. Combat PTSD is different but is similar than civilian

According to Chaplain Kathie, through her years with helping individuals with this disorder she witnessed a distinct difference between her patients who were civilian as opposed to her verteran patients with Post Tramatic Stress Disorder. She stated, “There is one kind of PTSD survivors experience after a crime, natural disaster, accidents and abuse but there is another type when people are part of the traumatic event itself. Then there is the type after violence was used in response coupled with the constant threat of more events.” (Kathie). She made the notion that although

PTSD was originally conceptualized as a direct consequence of exposure to a traumatic event in otherwise normal individuals. As originally described, the emphasis was on establishing the primacy of the trauma as the etiologic agent, rather than individual vulnerability factors. Yet it was clear from the beginning that not all trauma survivors developed permanent disorder. In fact, many recovered.

A victim/survivor suffering from PTSD is in a continual loop of unconscious self-traumatization, coping and exhaustion. When these symptoms are experienced on a chronic basis, they can devastate every aspect of the victim/client’s life, from physical well-being to the quality of relationships to the victim/survivor’s experience of the world (Cozolino, 2010).

Conceptualizing posttraumatic stress disorder was in a way of thinking of the symptoms as part of a stress response continuum. The pathophysiology of PTSD can be simply conceptualized as the result of a failure to deal with overwhelming stress. Posttraumatic stress disorder was operationalized by the eight points of criteria in the DSM-5 to understand the frequency and intensity of symptoms experienced by patients with PTSD. Making the examination of the three written accounts clear to how individuals suffering from PTSD related to combat and healthcare stress are not only burdened by the stressors of being home, but at the same time being reminded of traumatic war events. Some who suffer from PTSD are able to return with little disruption

We all have things we do to help us relax at the end of the day. Some people have an alcoholic drink, while others smoke a cigar or a cigarette, or relax and watch television. Now people these days go to a place called Coffee Rush every day after work to get away from their hectic life. When arriving at Coffee Rush, the aroma of freshly ground up coffee beans is in the air along with the bustle of everyone in the shop, and the baristas making the drinks. Everyone in the shop is in a good relaxing mood drinking coffee. As you sit down on the cold metal chairs, you are in a different world, a world away from reality with no cliques or stress and acceptance between all.

Research has traditionally focused on the assessment and treatment of PTSD patients, while the interpersonal impact of trauma has been overlooked. A wide range of PTSD symptoms can and will affect the interpersonal lives of those diagnosed. Symptoms of posttraumatic stress disorder (PTSD) can be characterized by clusters of psychological symptoms including: intrusive memories, emotional

My practicum took place on September 7,2016 from nine thirty to ten thirty. The practicum took place at Impact Early College High School in Baytown. The class I observed was Ms. Nguyen’s class of juniors and seniors that contained twenty students, seven boys and thirteen girls. The class appeared to be alert and ready to learn. Since this was their second period class they already had enough time to shake off their fatigue. The subject was Pre-Calculous and the topic was operations of functions. Students entered the classroom in a calm manner and socialized until it was time to start class. The teacher instructed the students to take their seats and take five minutes to write their assignments into their academic calendar. The teacher went