POST TRAUMATIC STRESS DISORDER (PTSD)
THERAPY IN NEWCASTLE
WHAT IS ABUSE?
Abuse can come in many forms but all result in behaviour towards a person that causes that person harm. This harm can be both physical (bodily) and psychological (mental). It can happen to anyone at any age and there can be more than one victim. Abuse can be difficult to overcome alone. As such it can have lasting psychological affects on the victims.
WHAT ARE THE MOST COMMONLY RECOGNISED FORMS OF ABUSE
physical abuse
domestic violence/abuse
sexual abuse
psychological/emotional abuse
financial abuse
organisational abuse
discrimination
modern slavery
bullying
neglect
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SYMPTOMS OF PTSD
Individuals who have experienced abuse can experience a range of long lasting emotional difficulties. These will vary in all individuals but may include…
Difficulty in forming relationships
Low self worth
Difficulty in managing emotions
Excess drug and/or alcohol use
Depression
Anxiety
Destructive behaviours
Suicidal thoughts
Flashbacks
Sleep problems like nightmares and insomnia
Irritability
Anger
These issues can stem from abuse can be happening in the here-and-now or abuse that happened in the past.
PTSD THERAPIES
The type of therapy recommended to help overcome abuse may depend on the type of abuse experienced. Some effective therapies can be…