PTSD Awareness Month
You are not alone.
In an effort to raise awareness and help those affected, the United States Congress declared June 27th as National Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) Awareness Day, a disorder that sadly affects many of our veterans today. In the month of June, it is important that we educate the public, reduce the stigma associated with PTSD, and connect those who are in need with proper help and treatment.
What is PTSD?
According to the Mayo Clinic, “PTSD is a mental health condition that is triggered by a terrifying event—either experiencing it or witnessing it.” Such events can include combat, a natural disaster, car accident, or sexual assault.
Signs and symptoms can include nightmares, flashbacks, avoidance of people and places that may remind the person of the trauma, trouble sleeping, and feelings of anger and irritability, guilt, depression and anxiety. To learn more about the basics of PTSD, click here.
Where to get help?
People who experience traumatic events may have difficulty adjusting and coping, however, if symptoms last more than a few months and start to interfere with day-to-day functioning, seeking a professional for treatment is highly encouraged.
For more information, visit the the National Center for PTSD or visit the following resources listed below:
