Healthcare providers might conduct a physical examination and blood test to rule out any physical cause of your symptoms. PTSD Self-Testing While self-testing for PTSD can raise awareness of your symptoms but cannot provide a diagnosis. An accurate diagnosis can only be provided by a mental heal...
such as monoamine oxidase inhibitors (MAOIs) and second-generation antipsychotics. Antidepressants are commonly prescribed, but each person is different. The best medication option often depends on the client, as possible side effects and effectiveness may vary. ...
and many other modalities. We understand the challenges involved in finding a good provider. To help patients living in areas where providers are scarce and travel can be a barrier, we also offer telehealth services. We can help people connect with a highly qualified psychotherapist more easily....
(like a therapist or a really good friend) or find a more supportive place to work. Life is too short to feel miserable at work. If you need someone to talk to, I am always open to talking to people about their experiences. Feel free to DM me up on Twitter (@embracespectrum) if ...
I feel enormously privileged to have spent the day (eleven whole hours, as it turned out) with members of the New Hampshire National Guard and with the civilian health care providers who were there to learn how to better serve their patients. I do not want to glorify or to diminish any ...
The education provided to family members, employers, and healthcare providers about the survivor experience has improved. Social networks are being re-engineered to be more accessible for survivors via integrated care models, the use of peer support programs and technology. Calls for trau...
Effective treatments for posttraumatic stress disorder (PTSD) (e.g., prolonged exposure (PE); cognitive processing therapy (CPT)) exist and are widely adopted by the Departments of Veterans Affairs (VA) and Defense (DoD). Unfortunately, dropout from thes
Then one person asked how I felt about “all” of our health care providers supporting Trump? I’m going to let the “all” slide because I don’t think that’s the case,but I am personally struggling with getting adequate care, and I truly think it’s because we have a boys’ club...