Signs and symptoms of PTSD

Paramedics (Photo credit: Werner Vermaak) Signs and symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) can arise suddenly, gradually, or come and go over time. Sometimes symptoms appear seemingly out of the blue. At other times, they are triggered by something that reminds you of the original traumatic event, such as a noise, an image, certain words, or a smell. While everyone...

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What is PTSD? It effects more people than just soldiers!

Regions of the brain affected by PTSD and stress. (Photo credit: Wikipedia) What is post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD)? Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) can develop following a traumatic event that threatens your safety or makes you feel helpless. Most people associate PTSD with battle-scarred soldiers—and military combat is the most common cause in men—but any overwhelming life experience can trigger PTSD, especially if the event...

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How Our Life Should Be....

Wheeler Mission Jesus Saves John 3:16 5-13-09 IMG_3803 (Photo credit: stevendepolo) The Fable of Father Benjamin Unfavorable winds blow the ship off course, and when they do, the sailors spot uncharted islands. They see half a dozen mounds rising out of the blue South Seas waters. The captain orders the men to drop anchor and goes ashore. He is a robust man with a barrel chest, full beard, and curious soul. On the first island he sees nothing...

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