How do I care for someone with post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD)?

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Caring for someone with post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) can be emotionally taxing. Counseling can benefit the entire family of someone with post-traumatic stress disorder. As a caregiver, joining a support group can make a difference as the group provides mutual understanding, information, and practical suggestions. Taking time for yourself and your mental health is just as important in caring for someone with PTSD.

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Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder

Constantly re-living a traumatic event, war, traumatic accident, abuse is post-traumatic stress disorder, or PTSD. It can cause severe depression and anxiety for many years after the initial event. If you have flashbacks, episodes of anger, nightmares, get help. Medications and talk therapy can help you find peace.

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