Question 1

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 2

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 3

can ptsd be "cured"?

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PTSD: is the psyche's attempt to "cure" itself.  The prognosis depends on how severe and how long one has been dealing w/this.  It is important to find a therapist who specializes in PTSD.  Clinical hypnosis is a tool that can be used.  www.asch.net has a search engine for licensed referrals.  The Body keeps the Score by van der Kolk is a good book about PTSD but may be difficult to read.  Peace.

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 to deal with ptsd?

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1st, understand it.: Read all you can at trusted professional sites and & in books. Talk to your doctor & if you know folks who have experience with it, see what they have to say. Ptsd has about 3 major factors in it's history; physical, emotional & sexual trauma or any combination of the three. There are 3 major  interventions; counseling (cbt), medication & strong social support systems. Best results use all three.

Question 6

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 7

how do i know if i have ptsd?

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: Usually it is best to have a thorough history &amp; at least a brief physical exam by a primary care provider to determine this.  It is very common in people who have experienced traumatic situations like accidents, murders, abuse, natural disasters, combat, etc, but with proper Counselling/therapy, sometimes meds, &amp; sometimes prayer, it can be managed.

Question 8

will ptsd go away on its own?

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Surviving PTSD: Ptsd may be overcome by learning new insights into how one defines their experiences and emotions; it can be overcome by learning new coping mechanisms or skills for the ongoing stressors of life; it can dissipate with time;  there are really a lot of possible answers to your questions.  For me the key is gaining new skills and new insight into past feelings and behaviors.

Question 9

is it okay to drive with ptsd?

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Yes, if: Can remain attentive to your surroundings and not disconnect from the present (e.g. dissociate)

Question 10

how i do get diagnosed with ptsd?

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: It depends. If you are a vet, contact the VSO (veterans service officer) in your location to start the process. It will involve a series of evaluations but this is what they do on a regular basis. If you are a non-serving civilian contact your doc. They should know someone in your area that can help you get this assessed.

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