Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder Treatment

Who Needs Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder Treatment?

If you or a loved one has experienced a traumatic life event, such as a near-death experience, military combat or a situation in which you had no control over someone else's death, and getting back to a normal everyday life is seemingly impossible, then you or your loved one may be suffering from post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD).

Post-traumatic stress disorder can affect a wide range of people, especially in large scale catastrophes. Everyone from the individuals who lived through it to those who witnessed the event and those who provided emergency services are at risk of developing PTSD. Some of the more common reasons people need post-traumatic stress disorder treatment includes:

• War
• Natural disasters
• Automobile or airplane crash
• Physical or sexual abuse
• Rape or violent assault
• Kidnapping

The signs of PTSD fall under three categories - re-experiencing the event, emotional avoidance and hyper-vigilance. If you or a loved one exhibits one or more of the following signs, then post-traumatic stress disorder treatment should be sought:

PTSD Signs - Re-experiencing the Event

• Flashbacks of the event
• Nightmares involving the event
• Intense feelings of distress and physical reactions whenever the event is mentioned
• Memories of the event can occur anytime, anywhere

PTSD Signs - Emotional Avoidance

• Loss of interest in daily activities
• Feeling emotionally numb or detached from society
• Feeling as if you won't be able to live a normal life
• Loss of memory regarding certain aspects of the traumatic event
• Avoidance of places, people and things that spur a memory of the event

PTSD Signs - Hyper-vigilance

• Always in a state of alert
• Problems falling or staying asleep
• Irritability
• Very easily startled or always jumpy

Alcohol, Drugs and Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder Treatment

Quite often in the case of post-traumatic stress disorder, the individual will turn to drugs or alcohol as a means of self-medication. Their substance abuse allows them to hide from their issues, if even for a brief time. But unfortunately, the substance abuse will eventually evolve into an addiction, which will ultimately make the effects of PTSD even worse. The only way for the individual to truly calm their mind and find peace is for them to accept post-traumatic stress disorder treatment in a drug or alcohol rehab capable of providing effective dual diagnosis treatment.

The Importance of Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder Treatment

Post-traumatic stress disorder is very difficult to overcome and this mental health disorder can wreck havoc on one's emotional state. Over time, feelings of intense guilt, shame and depression will set in, progressing to feelings of hopelessness and thoughts of suicide. Post-traumatic stress disorder treatment can help you or your loved one manage the feelings and emotions surrounding the event that affects you so strongly. You don't have to go through this alone.

Stepping Stone Center for Recovery is a leading provider of dual diagnosis treatment and we can help you recover from both your addiction and post-traumatic stress disorder. Treatment for both of these serious illnesses is administered concurrently, thereby reducing the chances of relapse and promoting a more thorough, long-term recovery.

Psychiatric disorders like PTSD, especially when coupled with an addiction, can be very difficult to overcome without professional assistance. Stepping Stone has the help you need! Your journey starts by calling our toll-free helpline at 1-800-237-3150. Your call is confidential and our caring counselors are available to assist you 24/7. Live life to its fullest! You can do it - call now!