Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is often thought of as a single condition, but it varies according to the nature of the trauma and how the brain processes it. Why is this worth mentioning? Just like you might treat food poisoning differently from the flu, the different types of PTSD require a tailored approach to get […]
Why Substance Use Feels Like an Escape from PTSD
Sometimes, the mind finds ways to cope with memories it can’t seem to push into oblivion – though it desperately wishes it could. These ways might seem a bit reckless, yet to someone who’s been grappling with post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), they feel like a brief, much-needed release from their daily struggles. Why substance use […]
Debunking 3 Common Myths About PTSD
When someone lives through a traumatic event, they may begin experiencing symptoms such as anxiety, flashbacks, and nightmares. If these symptoms worsen, interfere with the person’s daily routine, or persist for an extended period of time (months or years), it’s referred to as post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD). This mental health condition is quite common—in fact, […]