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...
Episode 3 of the The Speak up podcast podcast, hosted by Ashley John Martin, titled "S3 Ep.3 - FULL TRAILER Speaking up about PTSD" was published on May 19, 2025 and runs 3 minutes.
May 19, 2025 ·3m · The Speak up podcast
Summary
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 depressantsTherapy: 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.
Episode Description
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.
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