Physical trauma

Although, in early research this disorder was rooted originally with soldiers who experienced horrific exposure during the war, studies show anyone exposed a trauma, are at risk for Posttraumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD). According to Whiston (2013) and the National Center for PTSD research indicates that there is a correlation between many types of trauma and suicidal behaviors. For example, there is evidence that traumatic events such as childhood abuse may increase a person's suicide…

PTSD stands for post-traumatic stress disorder and it is very common. P.T.S.D is normally caused after you experience something traumatic. Most people who experienced something traumatic will have some of the symptoms of PTSD in the days and weeks after the event. For some people, the symptoms are more severe and long-lasting. Most people who go through traumatic events may have temporary difficulty adjusting and coping, but with time they usually get better. If the symptoms last for months or…

This phase of Processing and grieving traumatic memories can really be a difficult because it involves exploring how trauma affected the client in the past and still continue to affect the client. The phase requires special methods in exploring the trauma experiences. This clinician will be using Cognitive Processing Therapy (CPT) and Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR). Using both CPT techniques and EMDR techniques, Kyle will be asked to remember all aspects of the incidents…

It argues that auditory hallucinations often have similar causes in both schizophrenia and PTSD diagnosed individuals, suggesting that schizophrenia is misdiagnosed, because trauma is the real cause for those hallucinations. This study helps better define the diagnosis of PTSD and shows dangers of possible misdiagnosis. Very similar comparison could be made between PTSD and Acute Stress Disorder. Since both of those disorders…

witnessing and or falling victim to physically and emotionally traumatic events increases the likelihood of developing mental illnesses later in life. Physical abuse includes having been a victim of physical punishment, for example, striking with the hands…

Judith Lewis quote from the book,Trauma and Recovery, explores the social behaviour of individuals subjected to an atrocity. He suggests that some information is deemed socially unacceptable to share due to its content. Lewis goes on to suggest that the sharing of memories is required in order to help victims overcome their traumatic experiences and to restore the social order. He believes that the root cause of psychological trauma is related to the individual 's conflict to share information…

symptoms, and diagnosis of mental disorders. You will find that there are over two hundred and fifty disorders listed, each disorder can be found under one of the eighteen categories that relate similar disorders together. Of those categories listed, Trauma and stressor related disorders, also referred to as PTSD can be found along with, acute disorders, adjustment disorders, and attachment disorders. Of these PTSD related disorders I will focus on CPTSD, PTSD in children and research on the…

therapists recognize that catharsis can allow patients to gain closure regarding a variety of events and trauma. While some therapists will promote pursuing catharsis for past trauma, others recognize the importance and benefits of catharsis after a recent trauma. Many therapists agree in with the concept that emotions, when not expressed, can build up and create mental, emotional, and even physical symptoms. For that reason, many therapists will agree that it is important to express your…

looking into degrees centered on physical training and other hands-on subjects at his local community college. The client also expressed his wish to change jobs before his degree is completed. He asserts that he is unhappy at his current place of employment, the warehouse, and would like to find a job that is more stimulating. Although the client has…

does not affect war veterans alone. For instance, if one has been exposed to any kind of tragic event, he/she is at risk of post-traumatic stress disorder. Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder, unfortunately, is the inevitable result from experiencing traumas ranging from war violence to car crashes. Post-traumatic stress disorder is a disorder that can originate after a traumatic experience has occurred (Smith, Robinson and Segal). This can also affect a person who just witnessed the event or even a…