*Note from A Chronic Voice: The term ‘PTSD’ is often associated with war veterans, yet trauma can stem from many other life circumstances as well. This includes things like accidents, childhood abuse, chronic pain, and other stressful situations.
Some of the signs of PTSD are suicidal thoughts, insomnia, and recurrent flashbacks of the life-changing moment. No matter how minor the event may seem, the victim’s suffering should never be undermined. PTSD affects both the individual and the people around them in negative ways. It is always a good idea to seek help, in order to regain quality of life . This is Rozy’s life story of how her PTSD started, and what helped her to overcome it and to have faith in life once more.
Table of Contents
What is PTSD?
Have you ever seen someone suffering from post-traumatic stress disorder or PTSD? If your answer is yes, then you must be aware of how this mental condition affects one’s life, or the kind of problems people face when they struggle with it. If you’ve never had an opportunity to spend time with someone who’s suffering from PTSD, then it’s extremely difficult to understand the consequences this has on one’s health and overall well-being.
PTSD is a mental illness that occurs when a person is exposed to a traumatic event such as the death of a loved one, divorce, a horrific accident, or sexual abuse. As with several other mental illnesses like alcohol addiction and anxiety disorder, it is just as difficult to recover effectively from PTSD in the absence of professional help.
Why I Wrote This Article, and How PTSD Started for Me
My main intention behind writing this post is to help those who are struggling with post-traumatic stress disorder. Since I have also suffered from this problem, I know very well what it feels like to be haunted by the memories of a traumatic event.
For me, it was the accident of my teenage son which shattered my life like nothing ever had before. I was driving him to school one fine day, when all of a sudden I lost control of my vehicle, and collided into a nearby tree. I received minor injuries during the accident, but my son was badly injured. The moment our car crashed into that tree, I heard him shout and cry out in fear, and those sounds are still fresh in my mind. I found him unconscious and fully covered in blood. We were rushed to the hospital by the passers-by, and thankfully both of us survived.
My son stayed in the hospital for nearly a month because of his injuries, but with God’s grace he is in great health now. However, the memories of that accident are still fresh in my mind. I can easily recall everything that had happened to us that day, even though five years have passed.
The Initial Stages of PTSD for Me
I was tensed and depressed whenever I looked at my son in that condition. The worst part was that I was too scared to drive my car, so I didn’t touch it for nearly one and a half years after that traumatic event. Every time I tried to take control of the steering wheel, memories of that horrific day would flash before my eyes.
As my condition was getting worse by the day, my husband suggested that I seek professional help. That’s how I found out that I was struggling with PTSD. I then underwent trauma therapy from Charter Harley Street, which proved to be very helpful in my recovery.
Trauma Therapy is Designed for PTSD Recovery
Trauma therapy is really one of the best ways to recover from PTSD, because it is designed to help people battle the negative thoughts which are causing trouble for them. When I first met my therapist, he asked me to explain everything about the event that was making it difficult for me to live a peaceful life. He kept asking me many questions, in order to understand the problem fully. I gave him my honest answers each time, and the best part was that he didn’t judge me.
All he was trying to do was listen to my problems, and convince me that those were common issues that people with PTSD go through. I still don’t understand why or how, but I felt good and confident right after my first therapy session.
Trauma Therapy Over Time
As I kept meeting my therapist at regular intervals, I saw a significant change in my behaviour and overall well-being. The first thing that I understood during trauma therapy was how my negative thoughts were causing great problems in my life. I also learned how to deal with them effectively.
Once my therapy sessions were over, I discovered a new me, one who was more happy and confident. I also adopted a number of interesting habits; for example, I started my own workout routine to enhance my fitness, which helped me a great deal. I still go for regular morning walks and stick to a very healthy and balanced diet to this day.
So if you’re also struggling with PTSD, trauma therapy is something you may want to consider to help you recover from your problem.
*Note: This article is Rozy’s personal account for educational purposes, and is not to be substituted for medical advice. Please consult your own doctor before changing or adding new treatment protocols.
If you liked this article, sign up for our mailing list here so you don’t miss out on our latest posts! You will also receive an e-book full of uplifting messages, quotes and illustrations, as a token of appreciation!
-
For More Insight & Resources:
- Common Therapy Approaches to Help You Heal from Trauma (goodtherapy.org): http://bit.ly/2KZMqtm
- Emotional and Psychological Trauma: Healing from Trauma and Moving On (helpguide.org): http://bit.ly/2Iz9rF5
- 5 Places To Get Online Help For Your Mental Health (anxiouslass.com): http://bit.ly/2IighLF
- 7 Mental Health Treatments To Try That Aren’t Talk Therapy (bustle.com): http://bit.ly/2rFTuTQ
- Tips for Going to Therapy for the First Time (radicaltransformationproject): http://bit.ly/2KZmy0L
Contributor Bio
