PTSD Treatment
Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) occurs after experiencing or witnessing a traumatic event, leading to symptoms such as flashbacks, nightmares, hypervigilance, and avoidance behaviors. PTSD can severely impact a person’s ability to function, causing emotional and physical distress. While therapy is critical in addressing the underlying trauma, medication can be an essential part of managing the symptoms. New Insights Health & Wellness offers specialized medication management that complements ongoing therapy for PTSD patients.
Medications can help regulate the brain’s response to stress, reducing symptoms like anxiety, depression, and intrusive thoughts. This can provide a sense of stability and allow clients to focus more fully on trauma-processing techniques with their therapist.
Common medications prescribed include:
Antidepressants (SSRIs and SNRIs): Often used to help manage mood and anxiety symptoms in PTSD.
Anti-anxiety medications: These can be used in the short-term to help manage acute anxiety related to PTSD.
By collaborating with therapists, we create a comprehensive treatment approach that helps manage the intense emotional and physical distress often experienced by individuals with PTSD. This combination of medication and therapy can lead to long-term recovery, helping clients regain control over their lives.