PTSD - What is it and how can StayWell Counseling Center of Pensacola and Gulf Breeze help your PTSD and care for your mental health

Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is a mental health condition that can develop after a person experiences or witnesses a traumatic event. It is characterized by a range of symptoms that can have a significant impact on a person's daily life, emotions, and overall well-being. There is help, and

StayWell Counseling is here for you or anyone you know that may struggle with PTSD. You don’t have to struggle any longer, call us at 850-876-4430.

Common causes of PTSD include experiencing or witnessing a natural disaster, a serious accident, physical or sexual assault, military combat, terrorism, or any other event that involves a threat to one's life or safety. Not everyone who experiences a traumatic event will develop PTSD, but it is estimated that about 7-8% of the population will experience PTSD at some point in their lives.  PTSD can be extremely scary, worrisome and cause high anxiety in those who suffer. Please don’t suffer, call StayWell Counseling for support and help!!! We are here for you; 850-876-4430. You can also schedule an appointment in either one of our offices in Pensacola or Gulf Breeze at www.calendly.com/melissa-hp4.

The symptoms of PTSD can usually be divided into four main categories:

Intrusive Thoughts: Individuals with PTSD may experience intrusive memories of the traumatic event, often in the form of distressing and vivid flashbacks. These intrusive thoughts can occur during waking hours or as nightmares during sleep.

Avoidance: People with PTSD may actively avoid situations, places, or people that remind them of the traumatic event. They may also try to avoid discussing or thinking about the event.

Negative Changes in Thinking and Mood: PTSD can lead to negative changes in thoughts and emotions. Individuals may develop a negative outlook on themselves, others, or the world around them. They may also experience feelings of guilt, shame, anger, or detachment from others.

Hyperarousal: This category includes symptoms such as irritability, difficulty concentrating, hypervigilance, exaggerated startle response, and problems with sleep. Individuals may be constantly on edge, always prepared for danger, and have difficulty relaxing.

It's important to note that everyone experiences PTSD differently, and symptoms can vary in severity and duration. Some people may experience symptoms shortly after the traumatic event, while others may not develop symptoms until months or even years later. This is why StayWell Counseling is here for you. Call today and get the professional help that you need to get back on track! 

It is also important to know that trauma isn’t always one extreme event. Some examples are:

• Experiences of Racism or Sexism
• Unstable Living Environment
• Prolonged/ Frequent Hospital Stays
• Humiliation or Shaming
• Non-life-threatening Injuries
• Emotional or Verbal Abuse
• Bullying or Being Left Out
• Financial or Legal Difficulties
• Loss of a Pet
• Harassment or Discrimination

If you or someone you know is experiencing symptoms of PTSD, it's crucial to seek professional help. StayWell Counseling can provide an accurate diagnosis while developing an appropriate treatment plan. Treatment for PTSD not only involves the affected individual but also includes support from friends and family. Please do not continue to live with the struggles of PTSD; no matter if you have struggled since childhood or it is a recent struggle. StayWell Counseling can help. 

If you or someone you know struggle with the daily obstacles of PTSD, StayWell is here to help, you don’t have to fight this alone.

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