Question 1

is clonidine effective for ptsd?

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Can be: There is no one med that is best for PTSD. Clonidine used alone or in combination with other medications may be helpful for symptoms of PTSD. PTSD treatment should include psychotherapy which may be one of several different types. See: http://www.nimh.nih.gov/health/publications/post-traumatic-stress-disorder-ptsd/nimh_ptsd_booklet_38049.pdf

Question 2

do i have ptsd?

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I don't know: Dear annnnn, we don't know your history - so we can't even hazard a guess. Ptsd occurs after a life threatening or horrific trauma & has sxs of reliving,  avoidance and hyperarousal.

Question 3

how serious is ptsd?

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PTSD is like many: illnesses. There are mild, moderate and severe forms. Patients who suffer from any  forms may live satisfying and productive lives with the proper treatment.  PTSD can be associated with a variety of medical illnesses, such as high blood pressure, heart disease, etc.,due to the constant anxiety, among other problems. Treating the illness is the sufferers best option. It's quite serious.

Question 4

what is complex ptsd?

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Complex PTSD: Complex PTSD is a proposed diagnosis to be added to the medical diagnostic system to cover individuals who have had chronic trauma and whose resulting symptoms are different or in addition to typical PTSD.  For example chronic trauma may cause more damage to self-concept, and it may predispose people to more complex and challenging issues with anxiety etc.  Good question!

Question 5

how can ptsd be treated?

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Therapy: In most cases ptsd is treated by psychologists with psychotherapy using cognitive-behavior or insight-oriented techniques.  Talking about and through traumas in a safe environment over time helps. If there is concommitent depression or severe symptoms psychiatric consultation and medications are often used in combination with therapy. Some techniques such as emdr remain subject to skepticism.

Question 6

what to do if that i might have ptsd?

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If you have: Symptoms that are negatively impacting your quality of life - by all means, get a psychiatric or psychological comprehensive evaluation. The findings will help to guide treatment options that you are offered. Take care.

Question 7

what are the signs or symptoms of ptsd?

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Quite a few of them.: There are many signs and symptoms--see the image included here. I assume you or someone you know maybe experiencing  some emotional difficulty? If so, please consult doc/therapist/psychiatrist for an evaluation and treatment. It is not easy, but doable with appropriate/adequate support. Best of luck to you.

Question 8

how could i tell if i have ptsd from my deployment to iraq in 2010?

Accepted Answer

Talk to a doctor : If you think you might have symptoms after your deployment, seek help. Talk to your doctor, or go to the va! if you were in combat, have sleep disturbance, are jumpy, and have nightmares or intrusive images of your experiences, are irritable or withdrawn from others, you may be suffering from ptsd, or a similar disorder. It is treatable. Get help!

Question 9

why was i prescribed valium for ptsd?

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Not sure: I can't speak for your prescriber.  But benzodiazapines are sometimes ordered as they can "numb" the pain. Ptsd in often a chronic condition and long term use of benzodiazapines can lead to tolerance in some people.

Question 10

is there any treatment for ptsd?

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Yes: There are effective treatments for ptsd.  The sooner you begin treatment the quicker it can be resolved.  Cognitive behavioral therapy has been shown to be effective in reducing the intrusive symptoms associated with this disorder.  Find a psychologist you can trust and begin the process right away.

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