PTSD

(Post Traumatic Stress Disorder)

Inayah Morris, Andy Slaughter, Bryan Arellano, Julette Victores-Pierce
Post Traumatic Stress Disorder can happen to
anyone.

Although most commonly represented in media through

survivors of war, trauma induced illness and disability is a
commonality among struggling youth in America.

There are ways you can help.


The conflict between the will to deny
horrible events and the will to proclaim
them aloud is the central dialectic of
psychological trauma.

Judith Lewis Herman, Trauma and Recovery: The

Aftermath of Violence - From Domestic Abuse to
Political Terror
 Causes

1. Natural or man made disasters, such as fires, hurricanes, or floods

2. Violent crimes such as kidnapping or school shootings
3. Motor vehicle accidents such as automobile and plane crashes

Studies have shown that approximately 15% to 43% of girls and

14% to 43% of boys will experience at least one traumatic event in
their lifetime.
 Causes Cont.

In 2011, child protective services in the United States received 3.4 million referrals,
representing 6.2 million children. Of those cases referred, about 19% were
substantiated and occurred in the following frequencies.

More than 75 percent (78.5%) suffered neglect

More than 15 percent (17.6%) suffered physical abuse
Less than 10 percent (9.1%) suffered sexual abuse
 Symptoms

BEHAVIORAL

Reenactment of trauma
Age regression.
Reckless behavior
Depressive symptoms including but not limited to;
Irritability and a short temper
Loss of interest in former passions.

The intensity of these symptoms differs from case to case. Nobody experiences
PTSD the same way. For this reason, communication and empathy is VITAL.
 Symptoms Cont.

PHYSICAL

Volume issues

Feeling as if the trauma is recurring

Difficulties with physical contact

Sleeping problems

Body aches

Change in eating habits

 Cognitive and Psychosocial Issues

COGNITION;
The mental action or process of acquiring knowledge and understanding
through thought, experience, and the senses.
SO, learning. How do you function within academic
environments?

PSYCHOSOCIAL;
Relating to the interrelation of social factors and individual thought and
behavior
SO, socialization. How do you react to and present yourself to people?
 Cognitive and Psychosocial Issues

Concentration issues

Negative or alternate development and functioning

Hypersexuality or hypervigilance

Inability to trust others

 Continued;

Guilt

Low self-esteem

Flashbacks, intrusive thoughts,

nightmares. and the avoidance of sad
concepts

Irrational fear and worry

 Prevention
Follow your treatment plan. Although it may take a while to feel
benefits from therapy or medications, treatment can be effective, and
most people do recover.

Learn about PTSD. This knowledge can help you understand what
you're feeling, and then you can develop coping strategies to help you
respond effectively.

Take care of yourself. Get enough rest, eat a healthy diet, exercise
and take time to relax. Try to reduce or avoid caffeine and nicotine,
which can worsen anxiety.
 Prevention Cont.

Don't self-medicate. Turning to alcohol or drugs to numb

your feelings isn't healthy, even though it may be a
tempting way to cope.

Break the cycle. When you feel anxious, take a brisk walk
or jump into a hobby to re-focus.

Stay connected. Spend time with supportive and caring

people family, friends, faith leaders or others.

Consider a support group. Ask your mental health

professional for help finding a support group, or contact
veterans' organizations or your community's social
services system.
 Support
Locally:
Restoration Family Counseling
Center
1241 Alamo Dr #3, Vacaville, CA
95687
Direct Line: (707) 330-7904
All of us have stories, but even more so, all
of us are stories. They make up the very
fabric of our existence and penetrate every
aspect of our lives. These narratives are
what create our identity, our
understanding of our past, our present, and
our future. These stories, we have the
power to change!
Nationally:
The Refuge, A Healing Place
14835 SE 85th St Rd Ocklawaha, FL
32179
Hotline: (855) 338-1062
Our treatment center is designed to
provide trauma and post-traumatic stress
disorder rehab in a wide variety of ways
based upon the manner in which a person
copes with unresolved PTSD and trauma.
Unresolved PTSD and trauma can
manifest in a variety of self-destructive
ways including self-harm, overeating or
restricting to reduce negative feelings,
gambling, becoming a workaholic, and
internet addiction.
 Random Act of Kindness we can do?

Smile!

Give compliments

If you notice someone is showing

symptoms, talk about it with them.

Learn how to help, let someone in need

know that there's always somewhere to go.

Spread awareness!
 Citations

http://www.villagebh.com/disorders/ptsd/symptoms-signs-effects#Statistics
https://www.ptsd.va.gov/PTSD/professional/treatment/children/ptsd_in_children_and_ad
olescents_overview_for_professionals.asp
https://www.ptsd.va.gov/public/family/ptsd-children-adolescents.asp
https://www.mayoclinic.org/diseases-conditions/post-traumatic-stress-
disorder/manage/ptc-20308566
https://adaa.org/understanding-anxiety/posttraumatic-stress-disorder-ptsd