S3 Ep.3 - FULL TRAILER Speaking up about PTSD

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S3 Ep.3 - FULL TRAILER Speaking up about PTSD

The Speak up podcast

3 minutes 2 seconds

6 months ago

S3 Ep.3 - FULL TRAILER Speaking up about PTSD

Here I introduce the episode topic of Post Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD), I talk about the features of the condition, symptoms and how it impacts behaviour. We then talk to Jeff a sufferer of this condition in the full episode.

I briefly touch on treatment and medications. Please note, we are not a medical podcast and it is for educational purposes only. Please consult your GP for professional advice.

Four main strands of symptoms for PTSD:

- Intrusive thoughts, emotions and feelings (flashbacks, smells, and tastes for example from a traumatic event)

- Avoidance - avoiding triggers or stressful stimuli.

- Change in moods or psychological wellbeing; depression, anxiety, little appetite, difficulty sleeping.

- Hyperarousal; been jumpy, irritable, and panicked. Hyperactive nervous system response. Insomnia.

Medications; SSRI's / Anti depressants

Therapy: CBT (Cognitive Behavioural Therapy) or EMDR (though is lesser known or used on the NHS it is a specialist trauma focussed therapy)

If you like this trailer be sure to stay tuned for the full episode on release where I interview Jeff a sufferer of PTSD, and I ask him some questions about what its like to live with the condition.