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Understanding PTSD

Understanding PTSD
Trauma and the Brain

Trauma and the Brain

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The psychology of post-traumatic stress disorder - Joelle Rabow Maletis

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Posttraumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) is a well-known, yet widely misunderstood psychological condition. This video discusses the four main symptom clusters of PTSD and describes the various symptoms that people with PTSD can experience. I also explain why PTSD can present so differently in different people. The four symptom clusters of PTSD are: a) Re-experiencing symptoms (e.g., intrusive thoughts, nightmares, flashbacks, distress and panic when reminded of the traumatic event) b) Avoidance symptoms (e.g., avoidance of thoughts and feelings associated with the traumatic event, avoidance of people, places and situations that are related to the event) c) Negative alterations in thoughts and mood (e.g., inability to remember important aspects of the traumatic events, negative beliefs stemming from the traumatic event, self-blame, persistent negative emotional states, detachment and estrangement from others, loss of interest in previously enjoyed activities, emotional numbing) d) Hyperarousal symptoms (e.g., irritability/anger, recklessness and self-destructive behavior, hyperawareness to the environments, exaggerated startle response, sleep problems, impaired concentration) #PTSD #PosttraumaticStressDisorder #Trauma For more information about Dr. Rami Nader, visit: https://tinyurl.com/y3eu5dfw DISCLAIMER: The videos provided here on this YouTube Channel are for informational use only. The video content provided is not intended to be a substitute for professional advice, diagnosis, or treatment. These videos do not establish a psychologist/client relationship. Always seek the advice of your doctor or mental health provider with any questions you may have regarding a medical condition. Never disregard professional medical advice or delay in seeking it because of something you have read or seen on this channel. Dr. Rami Nader assumes no duty to correct or update the video content nor to resolve or clarify any inconsistent information that may be a part of the video content. Reliance on any content is solely at the viewer’s risk. Dr. Rami Nader hereby disclaims any and all liability to any party for any direct, indirect, implied, punitive, special, incidental or other consequential damages arising directly or indirectly from any use of the said video content, which is provided as is, and without warranties. 7798
Characteristics of Posttraumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) | Dr. Rami Nader
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Characteristics of Posttraumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) | Dr. Rami Nader

Sleep is one of those things that we often take for granted when we are getting enough of it, but becomes all we can think about when we are not getting enough. Insomnia is often a common difficulty that people will seek out therapy to address. There are no simple solutions for making you sleep better, but there are a number of things you can do to increase your chances of getting the best night's sleep possible. This video discusses some of these science-backed tips to help you get a better night's sleep, including: 1) Establishing a regular sleep schedule (e.g., have a regular bed time; don't go to sleep too early; have a regular wake-up time; avoid napping). 2) Establish a bed time routine. 3) Avoid using alcohol to help fall asleep. 4) Avoid drinking coffee too close to bed time. 5) Avoid exercising too close to bedtime. 6) Ensure your bedroom is conducive to sleep. 7) Associate your bedroom environment with sleep only. 8) Limit the amount of time that you are in bed but not asleep. 9) Don't look at the clock at night. 10) Avoid catastrophizing about not getting enough sleep. 11) Address psychological conditions contributing to sleep problems. #Insomnia #Sleep #SleepBetter For more information about Dr. Rami Nader, visit: https://tinyurl.com/y3eu5dfw DISCLAIMER: The videos provided here on this YouTube Channel are for informational use only. The video content provided is not intended to be a substitute for professional advice, diagnosis, or treatment. These videos do not establish a psychologist/client relationship. Always seek the advice of your doctor or mental health provider with any questions you may have regarding a medical condition. Never disregard professional medical advice or delay in seeking it because of something you have read or seen on this channel. Dr. Rami Nader assumes no duty to correct or update the video content nor to resolve or clarify any inconsistent information that may be a part of the video content. Reliance on any content is solely at the viewer’s risk. Dr. Rami Nader hereby disclaims any and all liability to any party for any direct, indirect, implied, punitive, special, incidental or other consequential damages arising directly or indirectly from any use of the said video content, which is provided as is, and without warranties. 7774
INSOMNIA Problems? Here are 11 Practical CBT Tips to Help YOU Sleep Better | Dr. Rami Nader
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INSOMNIA Problems? Here are 11 Practical CBT Tips to Help YOU Sleep Better | Dr. Rami Nader

Posttraumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) is a well-known, but often misunderstood psychological condition. This video presents a cognitive behavioral (CBT) model of PTSD to help explain why PTSD happens and factors that maintain PTSD. For people who have experienced a traumatic event, it is natural to want to think about the event to process what happened and use that information to feel safer in the future. However, by thinking about the traumatic event, it can often trigger similar feelings that a person had at the time of the event, causing a lot of emotional distress. Therefore, it’s common for people to try and suppress these traumatic memories. The suppression of these thoughts leads to the paradox of thought suppression – the more you try not to think about something, the more you end up thinking about it. As a result, suppressing these thoughts and memories causes them to come up more often. Additionally, by trying not to think about the traumatic event, a person with PTSD is not aware of and is not able to challenge faulty beliefs and assumptions about themselves, other people and the world more generally that are connected to the traumatic event. These faulty beliefs and assumptions contribute to the distress and anxiety of PTSD. Finally, a person with PTSD will also attempt to avoid behavioral reminders of the traumatic event, thereby avoiding people, places and activities that bring up memories of the event. This behavioral avoidance not only maintains the anxiety and distress of PTSD, but it also causes significant interference and distress in a person’s life. What they fear in the world gets larger and larger, while the places and activities where they feel safe gets smaller and smaller. #PTSD #CBT #Trauma For more information about Dr. Rami Nader, visit: https://tinyurl.com/y3eu5dfw DISCLAIMER: The videos provided here on this YouTube Channel are for informational use only. The video content provided is not intended to be a substitute for professional advice, diagnosis, or treatment. These videos do not establish a psychologist/client relationship. Always seek the advice of your doctor or mental health provider with any questions you may have regarding a medical condition. Never disregard professional medical advice or delay in seeking it because of something you have read or seen on this channel. Dr. Rami Nader assumes no duty to correct or update the video content nor to resolve or clarify any inconsistent information that may be a part of the video content. Reliance on any content is solely at the viewer’s risk. Dr. Rami Nader hereby disclaims any and all liability to any party for any direct, indirect, implied, punitive, special, incidental or other consequential damages arising directly or indirectly from any use of the said video content, which is provided as is, and without warranties. 7833
PTSD Explained: A Cognitive Behavioral Model of Posttraumatic Stress Disorder | Dr. Rami Nader
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PTSD Explained: A Cognitive Behavioral Model of Posttraumatic Stress Disorder | Dr. Rami Nader

Posttraumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) is a well-known, but often misunderstood psychological condition. This video is a presentation that highlights the nature and characteristics of different types of trauma, the symptoms of Posttraumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) and a model for understanding how PTSD works. There is also a discussion about cognitive behavioral treatment (CBT) of PTSD. Note: This is a repost of a previous video, because the audio quality of that video was quite poor. I have improved the audio and am reposting the video. For more information about Posttraumatic Stress Disorder, why PTSD happens and cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) for PTSD, please see the following videos: Characteristics of Posttraumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) - https://youtu.be/hU7ZBRLvg2E Understanding Posttraumatic Stress Disorder: A CBT Model of PTSD - https://youtu.be/NyBUGn4LFuY Posttraumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) Treatment: A Cognitive Behavioral CBT Approach - https://youtu.be/2vT6up5PaXk #PTSD #PosttraumaticStressDisorder #Trauma For more information about Dr. Rami Nader, visit: https://tinyurl.com/y3eu5dfw DISCLAIMER: The videos provided here on this YouTube Channel are for informational use only. The video content provided is not intended to be a substitute for professional advice, diagnosis, or treatment. These videos do not establish a psychologist/client relationship. Always seek the advice of your doctor or mental health provider with any questions you may have regarding a medical condition. Never disregard professional medical advice or delay in seeking it because of something you have read or seen on this channel. Dr. Rami Nader assumes no duty to correct or update the video content nor to resolve or clarify any inconsistent information that may be a part of the video content. Reliance on any content is solely at the viewer’s risk. Dr. Rami Nader hereby disclaims any and all liability to any party for any direct, indirect, implied, punitive, special, incidental or other consequential damages arising directly or indirectly from any use of the said video content, which is provided as is, and without warranties. 7864
Understanding Posttraumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) and the Nature of Trauma | Dr. Rami Nader
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Understanding Posttraumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) and the Nature of Trauma | Dr. Rami Nader

Treating Posttraumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) can be complex and there are a lot of different treatment approaches for treating PTSD. However, not all therapies for Posttraumatic Stress Disorder work or are particularly effective. Cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) has widely been viewed as the most effective form of therapy for Posttraumatic Stress Disorder and there is a lot of research to support its standing as the gold standard of treatment for PTSD. In this video, I discuss some of the components of cognitive behavioral therapy for Posttraumatic Stress Disorder and how these CBT skills work to help address PTSD symptoms. Cognitive behavioral therapy for Posttraumatic Stress Disorder should include the following components for effective treatment of PTSD: 1) Prolonged imaginal exposure. This requires the person with Posttraumatic Stress Disorder to write out a detailed script of their trauma memory and review the PTSD script repeatedly to drain the emotional distress from the trauma memory. By doing this, the PTSD memory is less distressing to thing about and the person does not have to try to supress the PTSD memories, which is one of the factors that tends to maintain Posttraumatic Stress Disorder symptoms. 2) Challenging “stuck points” or faulty assumptions stemming from the PTSD incident. Traumatic events can change the way we think about ourselves, other people and the world more generally. These changes can lead to people with PTSD: a) viewing themselves as broken, flawed or more vulnerable; b) viewing others as untrustworthy; and c) viewing the world as a more dangerous or threatening place. Cognitive behavioral therapy aims at identifying and challenging some of these faulty assumptions and beliefs stemming from the PTSD events. 3) Behavioral exposure to situations, places and activities that people with Posttraumatic Stress Disorder avoid. Behavioral avoidance is a major factor that maintains distress and interference for people with PTSD and so CBT treatment focuses on gradual exposures to situations, places and activities that a person with PTSD is avoiding. In doing so, it reduces anxiety and distress in these situations and limits how much Posttraumatic Stress Disorder interferes in a person’s life. Cognitive behavioral therapy for PTSD is not easy, but it can be the most effective form of therapy for someone suffering from Posttraumatic Stress Disorder, if they are able to do the work of therapy. For more information about Dr. Rami Nader, visit: https://tinyurl.com/y3eu5dfw DISCLAIMER: The videos provided here on this YouTube Channel are for informational use only. The video content provided is not intended to be a substitute for professional advice, diagnosis, or treatment. These videos do not establish a psychologist/client relationship. Always seek the advice of your doctor or mental health provider with any questions you may have regarding a medical condition. Never disregard professional medical advice or delay in seeking it because of something you have read or seen on this channel. Dr. Rami Nader assumes no duty to correct or update the video content nor to resolve or clarify any inconsistent information that may be a part of the video content. Reliance on any content is solely at the viewer’s risk. Dr. Rami Nader hereby disclaims any and all liability to any party for any direct, indirect, implied, punitive, special, incidental or other consequential damages arising directly or indirectly from any use of the said video content, which is provided as is, and without warranties. 8315 (61)
Treating Posttraumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD): A Cognitive Behavioral CBT Approach | Dr. Rami Nader
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Treating Posttraumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD): A Cognitive Behavioral CBT Approach | Dr. Rami Nader

Traumatic events can impact our sense of security, resulting in us feeling helpless and vulnerable, seeing the world as dangerous. This traumatic stress can have a significant impact on how we feel in the days and weeks following a traumatic event. There are a number of very common psychological and emotional responses that occur in the days and weeks following a traumatic event. It is not uncommon for people to experience a range of emotional responses to traumatic stress, including fear/anxiety, shock/disbelief, sadness/grief, hopelessness, guilt, shame and relief. People can also experience a variety of psychological symptoms in the days and weeks following traumatic stress, including: intrusive thoughts or images about the event; restlessness, nervous energy; cognitive symptoms such as concentration difficulties, memory problems and confusion; sleep problems and nightmares; social withdrawal; loss of appetite or cravings for “comfort foods”; increased use of alcohol or drugs; and unexplained aches and pains, headaches, muscle tension and fatigue. These responses are normal in the days and weeks following a traumatic stress and these emotions and symptoms are not Posttraumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD). Although these emotional reactions in the days and weeks following a traumatic stressor look a lot like symptoms and PTSD, the progression of symptoms is different. Typically, in the days and weeks following the traumatic stressor, these symptoms will gradually improve and the emotional responses usually fade within a month. In Posttraumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) the psychological responses to the traumatic stress persist beyond a month, resulting in a person being emotionally “stuck” following the traumatic stressor. For more information on Posttraumatic Stress Disorder, see my previous videos: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLG_XiSJeP3s1k4GVplvoHSesDIofh-AUc Watch all of my videos for free at: www.psychologyvideos.ca For more information about Dr. Rami Nader, visit: https://tinyurl.com/y3eu5dfw For more information about the North Shore Stress and Anxiety Clinic, visit: http://www.nssac.ca DISCLAIMER: The videos provided here on this YouTube Channel are for informational use only. The video content provided is not intended to be a substitute for professional advice, diagnosis, or treatment. These videos do not establish a psychologist/client relationship. Always seek the advice of your doctor or mental health provider with any questions you may have regarding a medical condition. Never disregard professional medical advice or delay in seeking it because of something you have read or seen on this channel. Dr. Rami Nader assumes no duty to correct or update the video content nor to resolve or clarify any inconsistent information that may be a part of the video content. Reliance on any content is solely at the viewer’s risk. Dr. Rami Nader hereby disclaims any and all liability to any party for any direct, indirect, implied, punitive, special, incidental or other consequential damages arising directly or indirectly from any use of the said video content, which is provided as is, and without warranties. 9214 (56)
Is This NORMAL? What to Expect in the Aftermath of Trauma | Dr. Rami Nader
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Is This NORMAL? What to Expect in the Aftermath of Trauma | Dr. Rami Nader

Following a traumatic event, it is normal to experience symptoms of psychological distress in the days and weeks following the traumatic event. For the most part, these trauma symptoms resolve and go away with time, through the natural course of healing. However, there are a number of things that you can do to help speed up the recovery process and prevent the symptoms from being prolonged or potentially developing into Posttraumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD). This video reviews some of the do’s and don’ts of coping following a traumatic stressor. Some of the do’s following a traumatic event include: 1) Re-establish a regular routine. 2) Minimize exposure to media and news related to the traumatic events or related traumatic events. 3) Engage in physical exercise. 4) Reach out to other people and increase social contact. 5) Ensure that you are focusing on self-care activities. Some of the don’ts following a traumatic event include: 1) Tell yourself what you “should” be thinking or feeling. 2) Ignore your feelings. 3) Rely on alcohol or drugs to self-medicate emotional distress. 4) Intentionally dwell on the traumatic event. 5) Make major life decisions right away. For more information on Posttraumatic Stress Disorder, see my previous videos: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLG_XiSJeP3s1k4GVplvoHSesDIofh-AUc Watch all of my videos for free at: www.psychologyvideos.ca For more information about Dr. Rami Nader, visit: https://tinyurl.com/y3eu5dfw For more information about the North Shore Stress and Anxiety Clinic, visit: http://www.nssac.ca DISCLAIMER: The videos provided here on this YouTube Channel are for informational use only. The video content provided is not intended to be a substitute for professional advice, diagnosis, or treatment. These videos do not establish a psychologist/client relationship. Always seek the advice of your doctor or mental health provider with any questions you may have regarding a medical condition. Never disregard professional medical advice or delay in seeking it because of something you have read or seen on this channel. Dr. Rami Nader assumes no duty to correct or update the video content nor to resolve or clarify any inconsistent information that may be a part of the video content. Reliance on any content is solely at the viewer’s risk. Dr. Rami Nader hereby disclaims any and all liability to any party for any direct, indirect, implied, punitive, special, incidental or other consequential damages arising directly or indirectly from any use of the said video content, which is provided as is, and without warranties. 9420 (62)
Triggers: How to Stop Being Triggered: PTSD and Trauma Recovery #1
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Triggers: How to Stop Being Triggered: PTSD and Trauma Recovery #1

Do you want to learn How to Process Emotions and improve your Mental Health? Sign up for a Therapy in a Nutshell Membership, you'll get access to all of Emma’s courses, workbooks, and a Live Q and A with 100’s of exclusive videos: https://courses.therapyinanutshell.com/membership Get the course: Change Your Brain-Neuroplasticity and Mental Health https://courses.therapyinanutshell.com/change-your-brain?utm_campaign=Apr%204,%202019&utm_medium=Description&utm_source=YouTube Triggers, also known as "paired associations" in psychology, are when our brain links an object or event with the flight/fight/freeze response. Triggers often come as a result of trauma and are associated with PTSD. They can be quite strong reactions and often lead to the one thing that makes them worse - avoidance. In this video I teach you how to recognize triggers and how to overcome them through a simple, psychology-based approach. Looking for affordable online therapy? My sponsor, BetterHelp, connects you to a licensed professional from the comfort of your own home. Try it now for 10% off: https://betterhelp.com/therapyinanutshell Learn more in one of my in-depth mental health courses: https://courses.therapyinanutshell.com/?utm_campaign=04042019&utm_medium=Description&utm_source=YouTube Support my mission on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/therapyinanutshell Sign up for my newsletter: https://courses.therapyinanutshell.com/free-resources Check out my favorite self-help books: https://kit.co/TherapyinaNutshell/best-self-help-books Check out my podcast, Therapy in a Nutshell: https://tinpodcast.podbean.com/ Therapy in a Nutshell, LLC, and the information provided by Emma McAdam are solely intended for informational and entertainment purposes and are not a substitute for advice, diagnosis, or treatment regarding medical or mental health conditions. Although Emma McAdam is a licensed marriage and family therapist, the views expressed on this site or any related content should not be taken for medical or psychiatric advice. Always consult your physician before making any decisions related to your physical or mental health. About Me: I’m Emma McAdam. I’m a licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, and I have worked in various settings of change and growth since 2004. My experience includes juvenile corrections, adventure therapy programs, wilderness therapy programs, an eating disorder treatment center, a residential treatment center, and I currently work in an outpatient therapy clinic. In therapy I use a combination of Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Systems Theory, positive psychology, and a bio-psycho-social approach to treating mental illness and other challenges we all face in life. The ideas from my videos are frequently adapted from multiple sources. Many of them come from Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, especially the work of Steven Hayes, Jason Luoma, and Russ Harris. The sections on stress and the mind-body connection derive from the work of Stephen Porges (the Polyvagal theory), Peter Levine (Somatic Experiencing) Francine Shapiro (EMDR), and Bessel Van Der Kolk. I also rely heavily on the work of the Arbinger institute for my overall understanding of our ability to choose our life's direction. And deeper than all of that, the Gospel of Jesus Christ orients my personal worldview and sense of security, peace, hope, and love https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/comeuntochrist/believe If you are in crisis, please contact the National Suicide Prevention Hotline at https://suicidepreventionlifeline.org/ or 1-800-273-TALK (8255) or your local emergency services. Copyright Therapy in a Nutshell, LLC ---- Music licensed from www.Bensound.com or Artlist.io Images from Freepik.com (premium license), Pixabay, or Wikimedia commons
The Freeze Response and Sexual Assault: PTSD and Trauma Recovery #2
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The Freeze Response and Sexual Assault: PTSD and Trauma Recovery #2

Do you want to learn How to Process Emotions and improve your Mental Health? Sign up for a Therapy in a Nutshell Membership, you'll get access to all of Emma’s courses, workbooks, and a Live Q and A with 100’s of exclusive videos: https://courses.therapyinanutshell.com/membership Many people have heard of the fight or flight response, but fewer have heard of the freeze response. And for many people, that just seems like a fancy word for doing nothing - but the freeze response is much, much more than inaction. It's your brain's most desperate attempt to survive in the face of an overwhelming or overpowering danger. Many victims of sexual assault and harassment freeze in the moment, or they comply, smile, or appease their abuser - then later they beat themselves up for it. In this video I explain why that freeze response serves an ancient survival function, and also some potential options for how to turn off the freeze reaction and respond in more intentional or helpful ways when one's life is not at stake. Understanding the freeze response and how to beat it can be essential skills for learning how to overcome PTSD and other anxiety disorders and practice self-compassion after sexual assault. Looking for affordable online therapy? My sponsor, BetterHelp, connects you to a licensed professional from the comfort of your own home. Try it now for 10% off: https://betterhelp.com/therapyinanutshell Learn more in one of my in-depth mental health courses: https://courses.therapyinanutshell.com/?utm_campaign=01012019&utm_medium=Description&utm_source=YouTube Support my mission on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/therapyinanutshell Sign up for my newsletter: https://courses.therapyinanutshell.com/free-resources Check out my favorite self-help books: https://kit.co/TherapyinaNutshell/best-self-help-books Check out my podcast, Therapy in a Nutshell: https://tinpodcast.podbean.com/ Therapy in a Nutshell, LLC, and the information provided by Emma McAdam are solely intended for informational and entertainment purposes and are not a substitute for advice, diagnosis, or treatment regarding medical or mental health conditions. Although Emma McAdam is a licensed marriage and family therapist, the views expressed on this site or any related content should not be taken for medical or psychiatric advice. Always consult your physician before making any decisions related to your physical or mental health. About Me: I’m Emma McAdam. I’m a licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, and I have worked in various settings of change and growth since 2004. My experience includes juvenile corrections, adventure therapy programs, wilderness therapy programs, an eating disorder treatment center, a residential treatment center, and I currently work in an outpatient therapy clinic. In therapy I use a combination of Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Systems Theory, positive psychology, and a bio-psycho-social approach to treating mental illness and other challenges we all face in life. The ideas from my videos are frequently adapted from multiple sources. Many of them come from Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, especially the work of Steven Hayes, Jason Luoma, and Russ Harris. The sections on stress and the mind-body connection derive from the work of Stephen Porges (the Polyvagal theory), Peter Levine (Somatic Experiencing) Francine Shapiro (EMDR), and Bessel Van Der Kolk. I also rely heavily on the work of the Arbinger institute for my overall understanding of our ability to choose our life's direction. And deeper than all of that, the Gospel of Jesus Christ orients my personal worldview and sense of security, peace, hope, and love https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/comeuntochrist/believe If you are in crisis, please contact the National Suicide Prevention Hotline at https://suicidepreventionlifeline.org/ or 1-800-273-TALK (8255) or your local emergency services. Copyright Therapy in a Nutshell, LLC ---- Music licensed from www.Bensound.com or Artlist.io Images from Freepik.com (premium license), Pixabay, or Wikimedia commons ---- “Tonic immobility during sexual assault – a common reaction predicting posttraumatic stress disorder and severe depression.” Anna Möller, Hans Peter Söndergaard, and Lotti Helström. Acta Obstetricia et Gynecologica Scandinavica; Published Online: June 7, 2017 (DOI: 10.1111/aogs.13174). Youtube clips: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wLW6UJ9E0wM
Healing Trauma by Peter Levine: Resolving the Trapped Fight/Flight/Freeze Response: PTSD Recovery #3
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Healing Trauma by Peter Levine: Resolving the Trapped Fight/Flight/Freeze Response: PTSD Recovery #3

Do you want to learn How to Process Emotions and improve your Mental Health? Sign up for a Therapy in a Nutshell Membership, you'll get access to all of Emma’s courses, workbooks, and a Live Q and A with 100’s of exclusive videos: https://courses.therapyinanutshell.com/membership Peter Levine is the groundbreaking creator of Somatic Experiencing Therapy, a body- based approach to treating trauma, PTSD, and anxiety through the body's innate ability to heal. In this book review I summarize how Dr. Peter Levine observed the way trauma and fear get trapped in the body in an unresolved fight/flight/freeze response and how he uses those physiological responses to fear, danger, and trauma to heal the body and mind from a deep core level. This is one of the books I recommend most for my clients, and it is helpful for treating PTSD, anxiety disorders, and many physical symptoms related to trauma. Peter Levine is also the author of Waking the Tiger, another excellent, though longer, book that teaches the principles of somatic experiencing therapy. Buy Healing Trauma by Peter Levine: https://amzn.to/2u9VZlk Looking for affordable online therapy? My sponsor, BetterHelp, connects you to a licensed professional from the comfort of your own home. Try it now for 10% off: https://betterhelp.com/therapyinanutshell Learn more in one of my in-depth mental health courses: https://courses.therapyinanutshell.com/?utm_medium=YTDescription&utm_source=YouTube Support my mission on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/therapyinanutshell Sign up for my newsletter: https://courses.therapyinanutshell.com/free-resources Check out my favorite self-help books: https://kit.co/TherapyinaNutshell/best-self-help-books Check out my podcast, Therapy in a Nutshell: https://tinpodcast.podbean.com/ Therapy in a Nutshell, LLC, and the information provided by Emma McAdam are solely intended for informational and entertainment purposes and are not a substitute for advice, diagnosis, or treatment regarding medical or mental health conditions. Although Emma McAdam is a licensed marriage and family therapist, the views expressed on this site or any related content should not be taken for medical or psychiatric advice. Always consult your physician before making any decisions related to your physical or mental health. About Me: I’m Emma McAdam. I’m a licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, and I have worked in various settings of change and growth since 2004. My experience includes juvenile corrections, adventure therapy programs, wilderness therapy programs, an eating disorder treatment center, a residential treatment center, and I currently work in an outpatient therapy clinic. In therapy I use a combination of Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Systems Theory, positive psychology, and a bio-psycho-social approach to treating mental illness and other challenges we all face in life. The ideas from my videos are frequently adapted from multiple sources. Many of them come from Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, especially the work of Steven Hayes, Jason Luoma, and Russ Harris. The sections on stress and the mind-body connection derive from the work of Stephen Porges (the Polyvagal theory), Peter Levine (Somatic Experiencing) Francine Shapiro (EMDR), and Bessel Van Der Kolk. I also rely heavily on the work of the Arbinger institute for my overall understanding of our ability to choose our life's direction. And deeper than all of that, the Gospel of Jesus Christ orients my personal worldview and sense of security, peace, hope, and love https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/comeuntochrist/believe If you are in crisis, please contact the National Suicide Prevention Hotline at https://suicidepreventionlifeline.org/ or 1-800-273-TALK (8255) or your local emergency services. Copyright Therapy in a Nutshell, LLC ---- Music licensed from www.Bensound.com or Artlist.io Images from Freepik.com (premium license), Pixabay, or Wikimedia commons
Trauma Resilience: 6 Things I Learned From Elizabeth Smart About Trauma Resilience: PTSD Recovery #4
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Trauma Resilience: 6 Things I Learned From Elizabeth Smart About Trauma Resilience: PTSD Recovery #4

Do you want to learn How to Process Emotions and improve your Mental Health? Sign up for a Therapy in a Nutshell Membership, you'll get access to all of Emma’s courses, workbooks, and a Live Q and A with 100’s of exclusive videos: https://courses.therapyinanutshell.com/membership Elizabeth Smart's book taught me six important lessons about resilience in the face of trauma, including: 1. How PTSD can be prevented through healthy support networks 2 Common crises after a traumatic event 3. Skills that can help heal trauma, PTSD, and improve mental health 4. Resources that we can all access to be more resilient in the face of difficult experiences. Elizabeth Smart has a lot to teach us about resilience in the face of trauma. As a 14-year-old girl she was kidnapped from her home and held hostage by a man who pretended to be a prophet. She experienced horrible abuse and trauma but did not develop PTSD. I learned a lot from reading her story, and I was reminded of the resilient nature of the human spirit from Elizabeth Smart's example. Buy My Story by Elizabeth Smart: https://amzn.to/2GaxWFB Looking for affordable online therapy? My sponsor, BetterHelp, connects you to a licensed professional from the comfort of your own home. Try it now for 10% off: https://betterhelp.com/therapyinanutshell Learn more in one of my in-depth mental health courses: https://courses.therapyinanutshell.com/?utm_campaign=01232019&utm_medium=Description&utm_source=YouTube Support my mission on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/therapyinanutshell Sign up for my newsletter: https://courses.therapyinanutshell.com/free-resources Check out my favorite self-help books: https://kit.co/TherapyinaNutshell/best-self-help-books Check out my Podcast, Therapy in a Nutshell: https://tinpodcast.podbean.com/ Therapy in a Nutshell, LLC, and the information provided by Emma McAdam are solely intended for informational and entertainment purposes and are not a substitute for advice, diagnosis, or treatment regarding medical or mental health conditions. Although Emma McAdam is a licensed marriage and family therapist, the views expressed on this site or any related content should not be taken for medical or psychiatric advice. Always consult your physician before making any decisions related to your physical or mental health. About Me: I’m Emma McAdam. I’m a licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, and I have worked in various settings of change and growth since 2004. My experience includes juvenile corrections, adventure therapy programs, wilderness therapy programs, an eating disorder treatment center, a residential treatment center, and I currently work in an outpatient therapy clinic. In therapy I use a combination of Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Systems Theory, positive psychology, and a bio-psycho-social approach to treating mental illness and other challenges we all face in life. The ideas from my videos are frequently adapted from multiple sources. Many of them come from Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, especially the work of Steven Hayes, Jason Luoma, and Russ Harris. The sections on stress and the mind-body connection derive from the work of Stephen Porges (the Polyvagal theory), Peter Levine (Somatic Experiencing) Francine Shapiro (EMDR), and Bessel Van Der Kolk. I also rely heavily on the work of the Arbinger institute for my overall understanding of our ability to choose our life's direction. And deeper than all of that, the Gospel of Jesus Christ orients my personal worldview and sense of security, peace, hope, and love https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/comeuntochrist/believe If you are in crisis, please contact the National Suicide Prevention Hotline at https://suicidepreventionlifeline.org/ or 1-800-273-TALK (8255) or your local emergency services. Copyright Therapy in a Nutshell, LLC ---- Music licensed from www.Bensound.com or Artlist.io Images from Freepik.com (premium license), Pixabay, or Wikimedia commons
Raising Trauma-Resilient Children Part 1: Secrets and Shame: PTSD and Trauma Recovery #5
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Raising Trauma-Resilient Children Part 1: Secrets and Shame: PTSD and Trauma Recovery #5

Do you want to learn How to Process Emotions and improve your Mental Health? Sign up for a Therapy in a Nutshell Membership, you'll get access to all of Emma’s courses, workbooks, and a Live Q and A with 100’s of exclusive videos: https://courses.therapyinanutshell.com/membership Parents need to know how to keep their children safe and resilient in the face of trauma. When one in five kids are sexually abused before the age of 18, these skills are essential to helping children resist or overcome traumatic events. In this video, I teach three ways parents can help their kids resist secrets and shame, how parents can lay the groundwork for good communication by creating a safe place, and how to respond if your child does disclose abuse. Check out part two for a story you can read your kids to demonstrate the principle of not keeping secrets: https://youtu.be/85b4Ug4S280 Looking for affordable online therapy? My sponsor, BetterHelp, connects you to a licensed professional from the comfort of your own home. Try it now for 10% off: https://betterhelp.com/therapyinanutshell Learn more in one of my in-depth mental health courses: https://courses.therapyinanutshell.com/?utm_campaign=05092019&utm_medium=Description&utm_source=YouTube Support my mission on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/therapyinanutshell Sign up for my newsletter: https://courses.therapyinanutshell.com/free-resources Check out my favorite self-help books: https://kit.co/TherapyinaNutshell/best-self-help-books Check out my podcast, Therapy in a Nutshell: https://tinpodcast.podbean.com/ Therapy in a Nutshell, LLC, and the information provided by Emma McAdam are solely intended for informational and entertainment purposes and are not a substitute for advice, diagnosis, or treatment regarding medical or mental health conditions. Although Emma McAdam is a licensed marriage and family therapist, the views expressed on this site or any related content should not be taken for medical or psychiatric advice. Always consult your physician before making any decisions related to your physical or mental health. About Me: I’m Emma McAdam. I’m a licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, and I have worked in various settings of change and growth since 2004. My experience includes juvenile corrections, adventure therapy programs, wilderness therapy programs, an eating disorder treatment center, a residential treatment center, and I currently work in an outpatient therapy clinic. In therapy I use a combination of Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Systems Theory, positive psychology, and a bio-psycho-social approach to treating mental illness and other challenges we all face in life. The ideas from my videos are frequently adapted from multiple sources. Many of them come from Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, especially the work of Steven Hayes, Jason Luoma, and Russ Harris. The sections on stress and the mind-body connection derive from the work of Stephen Porges (the Polyvagal theory), Peter Levine (Somatic Experiencing) Francine Shapiro (EMDR), and Bessel Van Der Kolk. I also rely heavily on the work of the Arbinger institute for my overall understanding of our ability to choose our life's direction. And deeper than all of that, the Gospel of Jesus Christ orients my personal worldview and sense of security, peace, hope, and love https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/comeuntochrist/believe If you are in crisis, please contact the National Suicide Prevention Hotline at https://suicidepreventionlifeline.org/ or 1-800-273-TALK (8255) or your local emergency services. Copyright Therapy in a Nutshell, LLC ---- Music licensed from www.Bensound.com or Artlist.io Images from Freepik.com (premium license), Pixabay, or Wikimedia commons
Anxiety and Triggers: Overcoming PTSD and Avoidance
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Anxiety and Triggers: Overcoming PTSD and Avoidance

Do you want to learn How to Process Emotions and improve your Mental Health? Sign up for a Therapy in a Nutshell Membership, you'll get access to all of Emma’s courses, workbooks, and a Live Q and A with 100’s of exclusive videos: https://courses.therapyinanutshell.com/membership As far as triggers go, there’s an interesting new trend: trigger warnings, as in “Hey guys I'm going to be talking about some intense topic, so look out.” But these warnings may be actually making things worse, because most people have no idea what to do with real triggers other than avoid them. In this video I’m going to teach you what a trigger is, how they form, what you do that makes them worse, and the basic principle behind how to overcome them. Thanks BetterHelp for sponsoring the video. BetterHelp: Professional, affordable online counseling starting at around $65 a week: https://www.betterhelp.com/therapyinanutshell Learn more in one of my in-depth mental health courses: https://courses.therapyinanutshell.com/?utm_campaign=02202020&utm_medium=Description&utm_source=YouTube Support my mission on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/therapyinanutshell Sign up for my newsletter: https://courses.therapyinanutshell.com/free-resources Check out my favorite self-help books: https://kit.co/TherapyinaNutshell/best-self-help-books Check out my podcast, Therapy in a Nutshell: https://tinpodcast.podbean.com/ Therapy in a Nutshell, LLC, and the information provided by Emma McAdam are solely intended for informational and entertainment purposes and are not a substitute for advice, diagnosis, or treatment regarding medical or mental health conditions. Although Emma McAdam is a licensed marriage and family therapist, the views expressed on this site or any related content should not be taken for medical or psychiatric advice. Always consult your physician before making any decisions related to your physical or mental health. About Me: I’m Emma McAdam. I’m a licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, and I have worked in various settings of change and growth since 2004. My experience includes juvenile corrections, adventure therapy programs, wilderness therapy programs, an eating disorder treatment center, a residential treatment center, and I currently work in an outpatient therapy clinic. In therapy I use a combination of Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Systems Theory, positive psychology, and a bio-psycho-social approach to treating mental illness and other challenges we all face in life. The ideas from my videos are frequently adapted from multiple sources. Many of them come from Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, especially the work of Steven Hayes, Jason Luoma, and Russ Harris. The sections on stress and the mind-body connection derive from the work of Stephen Porges (the Polyvagal theory), Peter Levine (Somatic Experiencing) Francine Shapiro (EMDR), and Bessel Van Der Kolk. I also rely heavily on the work of the Arbinger institute for my overall understanding of our ability to choose our life's direction. And deeper than all of that, the Gospel of Jesus Christ orients my personal worldview and sense of security, peace, hope, and love https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/comeuntochrist/believe If you are in crisis, please contact the National Suicide Prevention Hotline at https://suicidepreventionlifeline.org/ or 1-800-273-TALK (8255) or your local emergency services. Copyright Therapy in a Nutshell, LLC ---- Music licensed from www.Bensound.com or Artlist.io Images from Freepik.com (premium license), Pixabay, or Wikimedia commons
Are You Stuck in Freeze Mode? How to Turn off the Freeze Response
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Are You Stuck in Freeze Mode? How to Turn off the Freeze Response

Do you want to learn How to Process Emotions and improve your Mental Health? Sign up for a Therapy in a Nutshell Membership, you'll get access to all of Emma’s courses, workbooks, and a Live Q and A with 100’s of exclusive videos: https://courses.therapyinanutshell.com/membership The freeze response is a survival instinct stored deep in your brain. It’s an automatic response to overwhelming danger - or at least perceived danger. When fighting your way out or running away seems impossible, the brain turns on the freeze response as the last resort. This is not something conscious. It’s not something you plan or choose; it’s something that your deep limbic brain triggers much faster than thinking. And it can be hard to break out of the freeze response. So in this video, we’re going to talk about one of the things I do in session with my clients to help them work through it. Looking for affordable online therapy? My sponsor, BetterHelp, connects you to a licensed professional from the comfort of your own home. Try it now for 10% off: https://betterhelp.com/therapyinanutshell Learn more in one of my in-depth mental health courses: https://courses.therapyinanutshell.com/?utm_campaign=03122020&utm_medium=Description&utm_source=YouTube Support my mission on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/therapyinanutshell Sign up for my newsletter: https://courses.therapyinanutshell.com/free-resources Check out my favorite self-help books: https://kit.co/TherapyinaNutshell/best-self-help-books Check out my podcast, Therapy in a Nutshell: https://tinpodcast.podbean.com/ Therapy in a Nutshell, LLC, and the information provided by Emma McAdam are solely intended for informational and entertainment purposes and are not a substitute for advice, diagnosis, or treatment regarding medical or mental health conditions. Although Emma McAdam is a licensed marriage and family therapist, the views expressed on this site or any related content should not be taken for medical or psychiatric advice. Always consult your physician before making any decisions related to your physical or mental health. In therapy I use a combination of Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Systems Theory, positive psychology, and a bio-psycho-social approach to treating mental illness and other challenges we all face in life. The ideas from my videos are frequently adapted from multiple sources. Many of them come from Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, especially the work of Steven Hayes, Jason Luoma, and Russ Harris. The sections on stress and the mind-body connection derive from the work of Stephen Porges (the Polyvagal theory), Peter Levine (Somatic Experiencing) Francine Shapiro (EMDR), and Bessel Van Der Kolk. I also rely heavily on the work of the Arbinger institute for my overall understanding of our ability to choose our life's direction. And deeper than all of that, the Gospel of Jesus Christ orients my personal worldview and sense of security, peace, hope, and love https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/comeuntochrist/believe If you are in crisis, please contact the National Suicide Prevention Hotline at https://suicidepreventionlifeline.org/ or 1-800-273-TALK (8255) or your local emergency services. Copyright Therapy in a Nutshell, LLC ---- Music licensed from www.Bensound.com or Artlist.io Images from Freepik.com (premium license), Pixabay, or Wikimedia commons
Healing the Nervous System From Trauma: Somatic Experiencing
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Healing the Nervous System From Trauma: Somatic Experiencing

Do you want to learn How to Process Emotions and improve your Mental Health? Sign up for a Therapy in a Nutshell Membership, you'll get access to all of Emma’s courses, workbooks, and a Live Q and A with 100’s of exclusive videos: https://courses.therapyinanutshell.com/membership I review the book Moving Beyond Trauma by Ilene Smith, which teaches about using somatic experiencing to heal the nervous system from trauma. Buy Moving Beyond Trauma by Ilene Smith here: https://amzn.to/33FS7HG Not a sponsor, but I do get a few cents in affiliate links. Thanks to BetterHelp for sponsoring the video: BetterHelp: Professional, affordable online counseling starting at around $65 a week: https://www.betterhelp.com/therapyinanutshell Learn more in one of my in-depth mental health courses: https://courses.therapyinanutshell.com/?utm_campaign=05082020&utm_medium=Description&utm_source=YouTube Support my mission on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/therapyinanutshell Sign up for my newsletter: https://courses.therapyinanutshell.com/free-resources Check out my favorite self-help books: https://kit.co/TherapyinaNutshell/best-self-help-books Check out my podcast, Therapy in a Nutshell: https://tinpodcast.podbean.com/ Therapy in a Nutshell, LLC, and the information provided by Emma McAdam are solely intended for informational and entertainment purposes and are not a substitute for advice, diagnosis, or treatment regarding medical or mental health conditions. Although Emma McAdam is a licensed marriage and family therapist, the views expressed on this site or any related content should not be taken for medical or psychiatric advice. Always consult your physician before making any decisions related to your physical or mental health. About Me: I’m Emma McAdam. I’m a licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, and I have worked in various settings of change and growth since 2004. My experience includes juvenile corrections, adventure therapy programs, wilderness therapy programs, an eating disorder treatment center, a residential treatment center, and I currently work in an outpatient therapy clinic. In therapy I use a combination of Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Systems Theory, positive psychology, and a bio-psycho-social approach to treating mental illness and other challenges we all face in life. The ideas from my videos are frequently adapted from multiple sources. Many of them come from Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, especially the work of Steven Hayes, Jason Luoma, and Russ Harris. The sections on stress and the mind-body connection derive from the work of Stephen Porges (the Polyvagal theory), Peter Levine (Somatic Experiencing) Francine Shapiro (EMDR), and Bessel Van Der Kolk. I also rely heavily on the work of the Arbinger institute for my overall understanding of our ability to choose our life's direction. And deeper than all of that, the Gospel of Jesus Christ orients my personal worldview and sense of security, peace, hope, and love https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/comeuntochrist/believe If you are in crisis, please contact the National Suicide Prevention Hotline at https://suicidepreventionlifeline.org/ or 1-800-273-TALK (8255) or your local emergency services. Copyright Therapy in a Nutshell, LLC ---- Music licensed from www.Bensound.com or Artlist.io Images from Freepik.com (premium license), Pixabay, or Wikimedia commons
Do I have PTSD or is this just my military training? According to a psychologist and a Veteran
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Do I have PTSD or is this just my military training? According to a psychologist and a Veteran

PTSD (Posttraumatic stress disorder) can be a difficult and debilitating disorder for many Veterans. In this video Dr. Harry McCleary, licensed clinical psychologist and Navy Veteran, answers a common question: Is this PTSD or is this just my military training? Military training often focuses of attention to detail and being vigilant in stressful environments, but when this behavior gets in the way of being able to be present in the moment it causes an issue. There is nothing wrong with being aware, but PTSD is much more than just being aware. Ask yourself where did I learn that from and why do I need to be on guard? Want to learn more about PTSD? Click this link https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLPGRQY8wYv267lRQn0HDrXlUkuB6Os1Z8 Found this video helpful? Click this link to subscribe https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCFyzgT8IPbrcmcw3-hCMOJw/?sub_confirmation=1 New videos every Wednesday!!! https://youtu.be/H8gs5SSgRtA https://youtu.be/ytDtcwbWnkE Follow Dr. McCleary on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram @drharrymccleary
PTSD summed up in 2 minutes with Dr. Harry McCleary (clinical psychologist and Navy Veteran)
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PTSD summed up in 2 minutes with Dr. Harry McCleary (clinical psychologist and Navy Veteran)

Posttraumatic stress disorder is broken down by Dr. Harry McCleary in two minutes. Dr. McCleary is a licensed clinical psychologist and Navy Veteran. His channel is dedicated to education Veterans, service members and their families about PTSD and mental health. PTSD is a PROLONGED REACTION to a TRAUMA. Want to learn more about PTSD? Click this link https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLPGRQY8wYv267lRQn0HDrXlUkuB6Os1Z8 Found this video helpful? Click this link to subscribe https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCFyzgT8IPbrcmcw3-hCMOJw/?sub_confirmation=1 New videos every Wednesday!!! https://youtu.be/H8gs5SSgRtA https://youtu.be/ytDtcwbWnkE Follow Dr. McCleary on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram @drharrymccleary
PTSD Talk: The Werewolf inside: Posttraumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) Analogy
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PTSD Talk: The Werewolf inside: Posttraumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) Analogy

In the video Dr. Harry McCleary uses a "werewolf" to explain symptoms Posttraumatic stress disorder (PTSD). Dr. Harry McCleary is a licensed clinical psychologist and Navy Veteran. His channel is dedicated to educating Veterans, active duty service members and their families about mental health. Want to learn more about PTSD? Click this link https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLPGRQY8wYv267lRQn0HDrXlUkuB6Os1Z8 Found this video helpful? Click this link to subscribe https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCFyzgT8IPbrcmcw3-hCMOJw/?sub_confirmation=1 If you are enjoying the videos from #DrHarryMcCLeary then make sure to subscribe to the channel and hit the bell next to the subscribe button to get notifications of when I upload new content every Wednesday ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- You can also follow me on all of my social media here: Facebook - @drharrymccleary https://www.facebook.com/drharrymccleary/?view_public_for=103159594672842 Twitter - @drharrymccleary https://twitter.com/Drharrymccleary Instagram - @drharrymccleary https://www.instagram.com/drharrymccleary/ ****PLEASE READ**** If you or someone you know is in immediate danger, please call a local emergency telephone number or go immediately to the nearest emergency room. VETERANS CRISIS LINE: 1-800-273-8255 and then press 1 or text 838255
PTSD flashbacks explained by psychologist and Veteran Dr. Harry McCleary
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PTSD flashbacks explained by psychologist and Veteran Dr. Harry McCleary

Flashbacks are a commonly misunderstood symptom of PTSD. Dr. Harry McCleary explains what a flashback IS and what it IS NOT. A trauma related flashback is more than just thinking about the trauma or dreaming about it. A flashback happens when a person feels as if the trauma is actually happening again. There are multiple ways to experience a flashback (e.g. visual images, smells, sounds). Movies and media portray flashbacks as the DEFINING SYMPTOM of PTSD, but this is NOT the case. Flashbacks are just one of many symptoms that can exist post trauma. Movies and media also portray flashbacks as these full out time warps where a person is immersed back in time of the event. While flashbacks can sometime reach the point where an individual fully loses touch with reality, these types of experiences are more rare. For most individuals, they do not fully lose touch with where they are and the flashbacks are often short lived. Dr. Harry McCleary is a licensed clinical psychologist and Navy Veteran. His channel is dedicated to educating Veterans, active duty service members and their families about mental health. Want to learn more about PTSD? Click this link https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLPGRQY8wYv267lRQn0HDrXlUkuB6Os1Z8 Found this video helpful? Click this link to subscribe https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCFyzgT8lPbrcmcw3-hCMOJw/?sub_confirmation=1 New videos every Wednesday!!! If you are enjoying the videos from #DrHarryMcCLeary then make sure to subscribe to the channel and hit the bell next to the subscribe button to get notifications of when I upload new content every Wednesday ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- You can also follow me on all of my social media here: Facebook - @drharrymccleary https://www.facebook.com/drharrymccleary/?view_public_for=103159594672842 Twitter - @drharrymccleary https://twitter.com/Drharrymccleary Instagram - @drharrymccleary https://www.instagram.com/drharrymccleary/ ****PLEASE READ**** If you or someone you know is in immediate danger, please call a local emergency telephone number or go immediately to the nearest emergency room. VETERANS CRISIS LINE: 1-800-273-8255 and then press 1 or text 838255
What is anhedonia?
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What is anhedonia?

Anhedonia is a decrease or absence of the ability to feel pleasurable feelings. Anhedonia is a common symptom of depression, posttraumatic stress disorder (PTSD), substance use and many other mental health issues. There are many reasons that we don’t do the things that we enjoy (e.g. too busy, not a priority, too tired). Although, these things often lead to not fully enjoying an otherwise positive situation, anhedonia is a little different. With anhedonia there may not be a clear reason for the decrease in positive or pleasurable emotions. This can be confusing and scary. If you notice a drop in your ability to feel pleasurable emotions a helpful question to ask yourself is “why.” If it is unclear or related to a recent loss, trauma, depressed mood or other mental health related issue it may be helpful to talk to someone about it or consult your clinician. Dr. Harry McCleary is a licensed clinical psychologist and Navy Veteran. His channel is dedicated to educating Veterans, service members and their families about mental health. Want to learn more about PTSD? Click this link https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLPGRQY8wYv267lRQn0HDrXlUkuB6Os1Z8 Found this video helpful? Click this link to subscribe https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCFyzgT8IPbrcmcw3-hCMOJw/?sub_confirmation=1 Share this video with a Veteran https://youtu.be/tUEeAMipDq0 If you are enjoying the videos from Dr. Harry McCleary then make sure to subscribe my channel and hit the bell next to the subscribe button to get notifications of when I upload new content every Wednesday -------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- You can also follow me on all of my social media here: Facebook - @drharrymccleary https://www.facebook.com/drharrymccleary/?view_public_for=103159594672842 Twitter - @drharrymccleary https://twitter.com/Drharrymccleary Instagram - @drharrymccleary https://www.instagram.com/drharrymccleary/ #ptsd #anhedonia #veteranmentalhealth #veteranshelpingveterans ****PLEASE READ**** If you or someone you know is in immediate danger, please call a local emergency telephone number or go immediately to the nearest emergency room. VETERANS CRISIS LINE: 1-800-273-8255 and then press 1 or text 838255
What is Posttraumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) with Dr. Harry McCleary
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What is Posttraumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) with Dr. Harry McCleary

There is a lot of information about posttraumatic stress disorder (PTSD) out there that is either untrue, misinformed or just crap. PTSD can be a complex disorder because there are multiple symptoms and criteria that are often confusing for many outside of the field of psychology and for some inside the field. Dr. Harry McCleary a licensed clinical psychologist and Navy Veteran. In this video Dr. McCleary breaks down the diagnosis of PTSD in understandable language to discharge the myths and misinformation out there. #whatisptsd #ptsd #mentalhealth Common myths debunked! PTSD can happen to people other than Veterans! PTSD can happen to people that have not experienced combat! PTSD can be treated! Links to discussed videos: PTSD summed up in 2 minutes with Dr. Harry McCleary (clinical psychologist and Navy Veteran) https://youtu.be/PEySKoLoVJE PTSD Nightmares: Why do we have them and why do they often persist after PTSD treatment? https://youtu.be/2Irj-Q41Ljo What is anhedonia? https://youtu.be/tUEeAMipDq0 Dr. Harry McCleary is a licensed clinical psychologist and Navy Veteran. His channel is dedicated to educating Veterans, service members and their families about mental health. Want to learn more about PTSD? Click this link https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLPGRQY8wYv267lRQn0HDrXlUkuB6Os1Z8 Found this video helpful? Click this link to subscribe https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCFyzgT8IPbrcmcw3-hCMOJw/?sub_confirmation=1 Share this video with a Veteran https://youtu.be/bGQM0aS45YQ If you are enjoying the videos from Dr. Harry McCleary then make sure to subscribe my channel and hit the bell next to the subscribe button to get notifications of when I upload new content every Wednesday ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- You can also follow me on all of my social media here: Facebook - @drharrymccleary https://www.facebook.com/drharrymccleary/?view_public_for=103159594672842 Twitter - @drharrymccleary https://twitter.com/Drharrymccleary Instagram - @drharrymccleary https://www.instagram.com/drharrymccleary/ ****PLEASE READ**** If you or someone you know is in immediate danger, please call a local emergency telephone number or go immediately to the nearest emergency room. VETERANS CRISIS LINE: 1-800-273-8255 and then press 1 or text 838255
The Core Symptom of PTSD (post traumatic stress disorder)
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The Core Symptom of PTSD (post traumatic stress disorder)

Often people think FLASHBACKS or NIGHTMARES are the core symptoms of PTSD, but you can have PTSD and NEVER have a FLASHBACK or NIGHTMARE. In this video Dr. McCleary (licensed clinical psychologist and Navy Veteran) talks about the CORE SYMPTOM of PTSD and what to watch out for. So what is the CORE symptom of PTSD? It is AVOIDANCE Avoidance symptoms are criteria of PTSD. Individuals with PTSD may avoid thoughts, emotions and memories of a trauma and/or avoid certain people places or situations. Continued avoidance can also lead to PTSD symptoms lingering. Some mental health expert will argue the avoidance is the main reason individuals develop PTSD. ▶️What is PTSD? https://youtu.be/bGQM0aS45YQ Dr. Harry McCleary is a licensed clinical psychologist and Navy Veteran. His channel is aimed at educating Veterans and their loved ones about mental health. #therapy #psychotherapy #ptsd #veteranshelpingveterans #veteranmentalhealth ▶️For further explanation of what a disorder is and how we use them, check out this video. (What is a mental health diagnosis and why do providers use them?) https://youtu.be/CNHmhEip_Rg ▶️What is Anhedonia? https://youtu.be/tUEeAMipDq0 ▶️Found this video helpful? Click this link to subscribe https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCFyzgT8IPbrcmcw3-hCMOJw/?sub_confirmation=1 ▶️Want to learn more about PTSD? Click this link https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLPGRQY8wYv267lRQn0HDrXlUkuB6Os1Z8 ▶️ What is COGNITIVE PROCESSING THERAPY https://youtu.be/x6TWC1uNfXI ▶️What is PTSD? https://youtu.be/bGQM0aS45YQ ▶️What some people do NOT receive a PTSD diagnosis https://youtu.be/NY_cnzFiuEk 👍🏽Share this video with a Veteran https://youtu.be/JDfDiv3yRJc ▶️If you are enjoying the videos from Dr. Harry McCleary then make sure to subscribe to his channel and hit the bell next to the subscribe button to get notifications of when I upload new content every week (usually). ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- ➡️You can also follow me on all of my social media here: ➡️Twitter - @drharrymccleary https://twitter.com/Drharrymccleary ➡️Instagram - @drharrymccleary https://www.instagram.com/drharrymccleary/ 🛑****PLEASE READ**** If you or someone you know is in immediate danger, please call a local emergency telephone number or go immediately to the nearest emergency room. VETERANS CRISIS LINE: 1-800-273-8255 or 988 and then press 1 or text 838255
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