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Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (view source)
Revision as of 15:52, May 23, 2019
, 15:52, May 23, 2019→Why is PTSD Difficult to Diagnose?: addn info re confusing signs and symptoms of PTSD with demonic possession
*Don't think about it at inappropriate times
*Don't think about it at inappropriate times
===Why is PTSD Difficult to Diagnose?===
===Why is PTSD Difficult to Diagnose?===
The sufferer may not want to admit to having symptoms, because he or she doesn't want to be thought of as weak or mentally unstable, which they are convinced will result in social ostracism (rejection, contempt, isolation), being helplessly victimized or attacked ([[bully]]ing), and/or a damaging permanent loss of confident self-respect. Doctors and other professionals may feel uncomfortable if the sufferer tries to talk about gruesome or horrifying events. People with PTSD often find it easier to talk about the other problems that go along with it - headache, sleep problems, irritability, [[depression]], tension, substance abuse, family or work-related problems.
The sufferer may not want to admit to having symptoms, because he or she doesn't want to be thought of as weak or mentally unstable, which they are convinced will result in social ostracism (rejection, contempt, isolation), being helplessly victimized or attacked ([[bully]]ing), involuntary hospitalization, and/or a damaging permanent loss of confident self-respect. Doctors and other professionals may feel uncomfortable if the sufferer tries to talk about gruesome or horrifying events. People with PTSD often find it easier to talk about the other problems that go along with it - headache, sleep problems, irritability, [[depression]], tension, substance abuse, family or work-related problems.
The signs and symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder have been tragically mistaken for signs of [[Possession|demonic possession]]. The possibility of demonic possession or oppression is almost non-existent, and should be the last suspicion. If anyone is observed experiencing any conditions suggestive of possession, experienced pastoral care counsellors, mental health and medical professionals, and experts in paranormal phenomena and research, all strongly advise immediately contacting a physician for further evaluation. A medical consultation should always be the first step.
==Children and PTSD==
==Children and PTSD==