Trauma and Post Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD)
At Animo Sano Psychiatry, we specialize in treating trauma and Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD), a condition that arises after experiencing or witnessing a traumatic event. Whether stemming from abuse, combat, accidents, or other life-threatening situations, trauma can lead to lasting psychological effects, but with the right support, healing is possible.
What is Trauma and PTSD?
Trauma refers to an emotional response to a deeply distressing or disturbing event that overwhelms a person’s ability to cope. It can stem from experiences like abuse, violence, accidents, or natural disasters. While some people recover from trauma over time, others may experience lasting effects such as emotional detachment, anxiety, and intrusive memories. Trauma can impact emotional and physical well-being, often leading to more severe conditions like PTSD if left untreated.
Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) is a condition that develops after experiencing or witnessing a traumatic event. While it’s natural to feel fear, sadness, or anxiety after trauma, PTSD occurs when these feelings persist for more than a month and interfere with daily life. Symptoms include flashbacks, nightmares, emotional numbness, and hypervigilance. These symptoms can significantly disrupt personal relationships, work, and general well-being if left untreated.
Symptoms of Trauma and PSTD
What Causes Trauma and PTSD?
Both trauma and PTSD can result from various life experiences, such as:
Combat and Military Service
PTSD is common among veterans due to exposure to life-threatening combat situations.
Abuse
Physical, emotional, or sexual abuse can leave deep emotional scars, leading to long-term trauma or PTSD.
Accidents
Severe accidents or near-death experiences can lead to trauma-related conditions.
Natural Disasters
Experiencing or witnessing events such as hurricanes, floods, or earthquakes.
How Animo Sano Psychiatry Treats Trauma and PTSD
Evaluation & Diagnosis: We begin with a comprehensive assessment to accurately diagnose PTSD and understand its impact on your daily life.
Personalized Treatment Plan: Based on your diagnosis, we create a customized treatment plan that includes a combination of therapy and medication.
Medication Management: Medications like antidepressants (SSRIs and SNRIs) are commonly prescribed to help manage mood and anxiety symptoms associated with PTSD.
Therapy: We use evidence-based therapies like Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and Exposure Therapy, which help patients process traumatic memories in a safe environment and reduce the fear response over time.
Other Conditions We Treat
We specialize in treating a variety of behavioral health conditions, including but not limited to:
Anxiety
OCD
ADHD
Depression
Bipolar Disorder
Sleep Disorders
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If trauma or PTSD is affecting your life, our dedicated team at Animo Sano Psychiatry is here to provide support and personalized care to help you heal. Our evidence-based treatments are designed to help you regain control of your mental health.
