PTSD Self Help Tips: Mood Swings

Feeling OK one minute, angry, or sad the next, then something else a few seconds later is very typical during PTSD. Mood swings represent the overwhelming cocktail of emotions that were once suppressed for the purpose of survival. Emotional equilibrium may be...

Meditation Medley (Relaxation 101)

Physical Meditations Dancing Play some music that uplifts you. If you feel the need to listen to music that brings up certain emotions (e.g. anger, sadness) then do so – express your emotions (cry, scream, laugh). Other Physical Activities Walking, running,...

PTSD Self Help Tips: Shock

Shock goes hand-in-hand with grief and flashbacks – it is characterized by a sense of disbelief and emotional numbness because your brain/psyche cannot comprehend and/or accept whatever has occurred. This causes much mental confusion and an inability to concentrate...