Focus on Post Traumatic Stress Disorder

from emsworld.com

Today we will be looking at post traumatic stress disorder. You will look at the following questions:

1. What is PTSD?
2. Why is PTSD currently in the news in Canada?
3. What is the psychological basis for PTSD?
4. What are common signs and symptoms of PTSD?
5. What type of stigma exists towards PTSD in military and first responders? How does this affect them getting help?
6. What other disorders of Mental health issues are often associated with PTSD?
7. What role does resiliency play in preventing PTSD? What protective measures can be taken by someone to help prevent PTSD?
8. What effect does PTSD have on the family of those who suffer from it?

Resources

Centre for Suicide Prevention - First Responder Trauma Intervention and Suicide Prevention

Roy Green Show 1 - First Responders and PTSD

Roy Green Show 2 - First Responders and PTSD

Canadian Forces - Understanding PTSD Treatment

Edmonton First Responders Mourn Sudden Death of Paramedic

PTSD Paramedics Will Be Silenced by Discrimination