Not Free From PTSD

Send us Fan MailFireworks can represent celebration to one person and danger to another. Sarah and Crystal explain PTSD using the DSM-5-TR, explore how the brain reacts to trauma reminders, and discuss why fireworks may affect veterans, first responders, survivors of violence, people with sensory sensitivities, children, and animals.They also share ways individuals, families, neighbors, and pet owners can prepare for the holiday with greater awareness and compassion.Content note: This episode discusses PTSD, combat, gun violence, domestic violence, trauma, substance use, and suicide-prevention resources.This episode is educational and is not a substitute for professional medical or mental health care.ResourcesVA: Fireworks and PTSDhttps://www.ptsd.va.gov/understand/what/fireworks_ptsd.aspVA National Center for PTSDhttps://www.ptsd.va.govPTSD Coach App and Online Toolshttps://www.ptsd.va.gov/appvid/mobile/ptsdcoach_app.aspNational Institute of Mental Health: PTSD Informationhttps://www.nimh.nih.gov/health/topics/post-traumatic-stress-disorder-ptsdSAMHSA Treatment Locatorhttps://www.samhsa.gov/find-help/locators988 Suicide & Crisis LifelineCall or text 988 in the United States.https://988lifeline.orgVeterans Crisis LineCall 988 and press 1, or text 838255.https://www.veteranscrisisline.netAVMA Fourth of July Pet Safetyhttps://www.avma.org/resources-tools/pet-owners/petcare/july-4-safetySupport the show