Post traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is a serious mental health condition that's triggered by a traumatic event which caused some kind of harm.
PTSD can be a result of a kidnapping or mugging, car accident, natural disaster, rape, or abuse, and is quite often seen in military personnel returning from war.
PTSD is a huge problem and is responsible for the suffering of millions. In fact, according to PSTD Treatment Help, roughly five million Americans suffer from PTSD annually.
What are the treatment options available?
The primary treatment for PTSD is psychotherapy, but it can also often include heavy medication. Combining these treatments can help improve symptoms.
What else do you need to know about PTSD?
Kevin Rose joins Dr. Mike to discuss the trauma of PTSD and the treatment options available.
Wednesday, 08 July 2015 10:11
Trauma of PTSD: There IS Hope for Healing
How can you heal after you've experienced something traumatic?
Additional Info
- Segment Number: 2
- Audio File: healthy_talk/1528ht3b.mp3
- Featured Speaker: Kevin Rose, Diplomate-Certified Craniosacral Therapist
- Guest Website: The CATalyst
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Guest Bio:
Kevin Rose holds a Bachelor of Science in psychology and studied numerous bodywork modalities with some of the world's most preeminent physicians. As a licensed massage therapist and Diplomate-Certified Craniosacral Therapist, Kevin has logged over 25,000 hours of clinical practice in the field of complimentary manual therapies.
Formerly the Director of Intensive Programs and clinician at the world renowned Upledger Institute, Kevin developed numerous programs to help facilitate and integrate self-healing capabilities. Kevin is a professional speaker/trainer and maintains a clinical practice. He focuses on improving physiological structure and function, empowering individuals to achieve wellness.
Throughout his career in the complimentary healthcare industry, Kevin included working with animals as a part of his skill set.
Through independent and organized study curriculums involving domestic, captive-wild, and wild animals, he has logged thousands of fieldwork hours. His trainings include studies with Disney's Animal Kingdom, Wolf Park, and Unexso.
This fieldwork, combined with his extensive training in human physiology, provided Kevin with an exceptional approach to facilitate grounding techniques and enhance present moment awareness. - Length (mins): 10
- Waiver Received: No
- Host: Mike Smith, MD
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Healthy Talk w/ Dr. Michael Smith