Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA)’s Post

Many can experience emotional distress, like anxiety, constant worrying & trouble sleeping, after a traumatic event. 💙 If you or someone you know is struggling with #PTSD, help is available: https://lnkd.in/exvzEmH2

  • PTSD Signs & Symptoms. Symptoms of PTSD may last months to years. 
PTSD symptoms may include: 
Flashbacks, or feeling like the event is happening again
Trouble sleeping or nightmares
Feeling alone or detached from others
Losing interest in activities
Having angry outbursts or other extreme reactions
Feeling worried, guilty, or sad
Frightening thoughts
Having trouble concentrating
Having physical pain like headaches or stomach aches
Avoidance of memories, thoughts, or feelings about what closely associated with traumatic events
Problems remembering
Negative beliefs about themselves or others
Irritability
Feeling very vigilant
Startling easily
Sharri Dancy, LCSW

🏆--Experienced Psychotherapist, & Consultant | Dedicated to Mental Health & Community Well-being ❤️ | Expert in Medical Social Work 📚

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Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA) Thank you for sharing this important information. Experiencing emotional distress after a traumatic event is very common, & it's important to reach out for support. Remember, you're not alone in this journey. If anyone is facing these challenges, please don't hesitate to seek help. For those residing in the US/Canada, you can also dial 988 for the suicide lifeline. 💙

Dr. Brian Alman

As Clinical Director, Founder and CEO of True Sage and the Enlighten app with Vincent Felitti, MD. We specialize in ACE treatment solutions, We are helping individuals and organizations achieve optimal well-being.

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Alisa West Cahill

Age-Informed, Age-Inclusive, Age-Friendly, Health & Age Equity, Professional Social Worker

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This is great information for all of us, including older adults, as it’s estimated that 90% of older adults have experienced trauma. Thank you❤️

This post has great information 💚

NIYISUBIZA JEAN DAMASCENE

Attended University of Rwanda

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Much needed!

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