PTSD Flashcards
1
Q
Definition and three core symptoms
Assoc symptoms
A
Condition after a catastrophic event the mind is unable to fully comprehend.
Hyperarousal, re-experiencing, and avoidance.
Assoc Symptoms: Depression, insomnia, diarrhoea, agitation.
Escapism with drugs and alcohol.
2
Q
Management
Two first lines
Three others.
A
CBT and EMDR are both first line. CBT is therapy to recognising thought of habit. These thoughts are part of what makes up illness of mind and you can
Psychotherapy - way to talk and organise the emotions of the event. Reliving the event without being overwhelmed by fear and distress.
Group therapy - talking about event with other people with PTSD allows patient to open up more easily.
Medication - Antidepress eg Sirtrallene.
