Trauma to Peace: Neuropsychiatrist In Patna Guide
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s A comprehensive look 
into the causes, 
symptoms, and 
treatment of PTSD
Presented by
Pratap Neuro & Child 
Psychiatry Clinic
What PTSD
is ?TSD is a mental health condition P d by experiencing or triggere
witnessing a traumati
c event.
It can cause long-lasting 
psychological distress that interferes 
with daily life and functioning.
Trauma-linked Intrusive Nightmares or 
anxiety thoughts flashbacks
Avoidance of 
Hypervigilance reminders
Causes 
PoTfSD
Combat Natural 
exposure disasters
Intense and life-threatening Earthquakes, floods, or 
events experienced during storms that can create 
war or military service. lasting fear and 
helplessness.
Sexual or physical Accidents or injuries 
assault
Violent personal attacks can Car crashes or serious injuries 
deeply traumatize victims. may leave psychological 
scars.
Who 
iast Risk?
Survivors of 
Military 
abuse
veterans
Refugees First 
and responders
migrants
Sympto Overvie
Imntrusive msemories Arousal and reactivity Flashbacks or symptoms wOverreactions to stimuli, sleep 
thoughts that issues, and irritability.
repeatedly surface.
Avoidance
Efforts to stay away from 
trauma-related cues or 
thoughts.
Negative mood and 
thinking
Persistent pessimism or emotional 
numbness.
Intrusive 
&M eFlmasohbriaecsks Individuals with PTSD may relive the traumatic 
event in the form of 
flashbacks, nightmares, 
or intrusive memories 
that can cause distress 
and panic.
Disturbing Recurrent 
dreams thoughts
Physical reactions to 
reminders
Avoidanc
Beehavior
s Isolation from othersWithdrawing socially as 
Avoiding certain a defense mechanism.
Nloocta gtoioinngs near places 
that recall the trauma. Detachment from daily 
activities
Suppressing 
Losing interest in hobbies, 
Heomldointigo nbasck feelings to avoid pain. work, or relationships.
Negative 
MoodChanges
Hopelessness
Feeling that the future holds no 
possibility of happiness or recovery.
Memory 
Dpriffiobculeltmy rsemembering key details 
about the traumatic event.
Guilt or blame
Feeling responsible for the trauma or 
its outcomes.
Hyperarousa
anl d 
Irritability or anger DRifficultey sleeaping ctivity
Short temper or frequent Insomnia, frequent 
outbursts over small waking, or restless 
issues. nights.
Trouble Startling 
cInoanbcileitny ttroa ftoincugs or eExaasgilgyerated response to 
maintain attention. loud sounds or sudden 
movement.
How to Help
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FriPends anTd famSily can Dplay a 
vital role in recovery b
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offering patience, em
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