"Be Well" Monthly Newsletter

PTSD Awareness Month

June 2024

Post-traumatic stress disorder, known as PTSD, arises following a traumatic event such as a life-threatening situation, accident, or injury inflicted by oneself or by others. While initially associated with military personnel, PTSD can affect any child, teen, or adult. Symptoms of PTSD can persist for months or years and can interfere with the person's work, home, or social life. Spreading awareness is highly crucial as people with PTSD are often diagnosed only years after the experiences occur.

There are a range of symptoms that fit into four different categories;

• Reliving events
• Avoiding situations that are reminders of said event
• Negative changes in beliefs and feelings
• Heightened alertness

To assist those coping with PTSD, advocating for the adoption of mindfulness techniques and therapeutic exercises can be beneficial for our communities.

source: SAMHSA: What is PTSD?

Statistics to know

• 3.5% of U.S. adults are affected by PTSD every year
• 1 in 11 people will be diagnosed with PTSD in their lifetime

source: APA What is Posttraumatic Stress Disorder

Self-Care Tips

• Try grounding techniques
• Focus on your breathing
• Find people you can trust

National Suicide Prevention Lifeline: Call, Text, or Chat 988 English/Spanish

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*this is for informational purposes only, it is not a substitute for professional advice*

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