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NASW Observes Posttraumatic Stress Disorder Month

Social Work Blog

NASW recognizes June as Posttraumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) Awareness Month. PTSD impacts millions of people in the United States. According to the National Center for PTSD, a program of the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs, about seven or eight of every 100 people will experience PTSD in their lifetime.”

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What can EAP do for me?

Prosper Health Collective

Is it confidential? All psychologists are bound to maintain confidentiality with their clients, even if the service is being paid for by a third party such as an employer. EAP services are set up to maintain the confidential of the client, this includes the name of the person attending. Will my employer know I have been?

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Why I Meditate (And You Should Too)

Stop Abuse Campaign

PTSD Meditation. PTSD, or post-traumatic stress disorder, is when the effects of a traumatic event persist over the long term. But with PTSD, symptoms like frequently reliving the event in your mind, or constantly feeling on edge that something terrible might happen, persist over time and affect the sufferer’s sense of well-being.

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De-normalizing child abuse?

Stop Abuse Campaign

I had been living with undiagnosed PTSD for more than 20 years. Answer these ten confidential questions developed with the CDC and understand your warning signs. College taught me to question authority. In college, I met other survivors and learned that child abuse isn’t normal. I realized that I am smart. I sought counseling.

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How to Choose a Therapist: Tips and Fits

Stop Abuse Campaign

Trauma or abuse history or PTSD. Answer these ten confidential questions developed with the CDC and understand your warning signs. What areas do counseling and therapy address? Counseling and psychotherapy are used with virtually all types of mental illness including: . Depression. Bipolar disorder. Eating disorders. Specific phobias.

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Homelessness is a journey that starts in the family

Stop Abuse Campaign

The odd day missed to deal with the aftermath of a panic attack, a PTSD episode, or a clinically mild bout of depression that may involve endless crying or insufficient energy to get out of bed can affect attendance. PTSD isn’t the only way trauma can manifest in terms of mental health symptoms. Do you know your score?

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How to Heal from ACEs and Childhood Trauma

Stop Abuse Campaign

Answer these ten confidential questions developed with the CDC and understand your warning signs. Your nervous system stays in a constant flight or fight response, and your immune system can be compromised. . Due to these horrific experiences, a child starts to view the world as a terrifying and overwhelming place. Do you know your score?