Learn How to Deal With PTSD

Florida Medical Pain Management is proud to offer comprehensive pain management services to deal with PTSD.  As one of the largest and most established pain management clinics in Florida, our doctors are experts in providing lasting relief.

There is a possibility that you may develop post-traumatic stress disorder after experiencing or witnessing a traumatic event. Although most stress after a traumatic event will resolve on its own, PTSD can cause more severe symptoms that require treatment.

Although PTSD can seem depressing and impossible to manage, many people suffering from it can find relief with the right treatment.

PTSD Causes

Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder can often be caused by witnessing or experiencing trauma, usually one that could lead to injury or death. Like many mental illnesses, PTSD is not caused by one thing. It can be caused by a combination of several things:

• Stressful life experiences
• A family history of mental illness conditions such as PTSD or depression
• Personality and temperament
• How your brain regulates hormones, chemicals, and stress response

Symptoms of PTSD

Although symptoms usually appear within months of the trauma, some may take many years. These symptoms can disrupt your professional and personal life, and may even cause you to lose your friends and family.

The most common PTSD symptoms fall under four categories: avoidance, intrusive memories, and negative moods. These symptoms can vary from person to person.

Insidious Memories

These are unwanted, recurring memories of the trauma you have experienced. These can lead to violent flashbacks or nightmares about the trauma. They can also increase feelings of emotional distress caused by things that are reminiscent of the traumatizing event.

Avoidance

Avoidance can be explained by the simple fact that it is when you avoid thinking or talking about trauma. Avoiding situations, people, and places that bring back memories of the trauma is also an option.

Negative Moods

Like other mental disorders, PTSD can lead to negative thoughts and despair. You might have difficulty remembering details and lose interest in the things you once enjoyed. You may feel “hollow” or emotionally numb.

Reactions Change

Your body is constantly in fight-or-flight mode, so you may feel alert and be startled easily. This can lead to self-destructive behaviors like substance abuse. You might find it difficult to fall asleep or stay asleep. This could also lead to anger or irritability.

How to Deal with PTSD

If you’ve been dealing with PTSD for a while, it may be difficult to lead a productive life and keep in touch. You can regain control of your life and get healthy relief from your symptoms by finding a treatment that suits you. You can also learn how to manage your symptoms through treatment.

• How to properly treat your symptoms
• How to deal with your symptoms
• How to see yourself in a healthy light
• How to deal with other issues caused by PTSD (such as depression or substance abuse).

These are the most effective treatment options for PTSD:

• Ketamine infusion
• Psychotherapy
• Medication

Ketamine Infusion

Research has shown that this innovative treatment can provide relief for up to 80% of patients.

Psychotherapy

These include cognitive therapy, talk therapy, exposure therapy, and Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR).

Medications

Antidepressants like sertraline, or paroxetine, are usually prescribed. However, these drugs don’t work for everyone.

PTSD Risk Factors

PTSD can be developed if you witness or are affected by trauma. This condition can affect anyone, regardless of gender or age. However, there are certain factors that increase your risk.

• If you had to go through a trauma that was particularly intense
• If the trauma lasts for a long time
• If you had the trauma early in your life
• Being exposed to trauma in your job, such as an emergency response
• If you have a history of substance abuse
• If you or your family has a history of mental illness disorders

Schedule an Appointment with Florida Medical Pain Management Today

People suffering from PTSD will have a long journey of recovery, which may completely change their lives. The road to recovery can be rocky and hard, but it can also be rewarding in the end. As we mentioned, there is no one easy way to deal with PTSD, but many things you can do to heal. To learn more, Call Florida Medical Pain Management today or visit our website to schedule an appointment.