EPISODE · Jul 2, 2016 · 57 MIN
A Strengths Based BioPsychoSocial Approach To PTSD
from Counselor Toolbox Podcast with DocSnipes · host Dr. Dawn-Elise Snipes
PTSD can develop from a single trauma, or from multiple, ongoing traumatic experiences. In this presentation Dr. Snipes examines how PTSD symptoms can be viewed as the brain's way to keep the person safe. These behaviors serve a survival function. Once their functions are understood, then the person can set out to identify alternate, less disruptive or problematic behaviors to achieve the same goal. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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PTSD can develop from a single trauma, or from multiple, ongoing traumatic experiences. In this presentation Dr. Snipes examines how PTSD symptoms can be viewed as the brain's way to keep the person safe. These behaviors serve a survival function. Once their functions are understood, then the person can set out to identify alternate, less disruptive or problematic behaviors to achieve the same goal. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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