PTSD (Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder)
PTSD develops after traumatic experiences and involves intrusive memories, avoidance and hyperarousal, highly treatable with specialist therapy.
What is PTSD (Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder)?
PTSD can develop after any event that was experienced as life-threatening or deeply threatening to integrity. Intrusive memories, nightmares, emotional numbing and hypervigilance are hallmark symptoms. EMDR and trauma-focused CBT are the gold-standard treatments.
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Effective treatments
These approaches are commonly recommended for PTSD (Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder).
Frequently asked questions
Does PTSD always follow a single traumatic event?
No. Complex PTSD can develop from prolonged or repeated trauma such as abuse, neglect or prolonged domestic violence.
How long does EMDR take?
For single-incident PTSD, significant improvement often occurs within 8–12 EMDR sessions. Complex PTSD requires longer treatment.
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