Most everyone has heard of Post Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD). You know, the disorder that combat veterans come home with after the war…
See, that’s the problem. Everyone associates PTSD with combat, and it certainly is seen with war vets, but it can also be caused by many other traumatic events like abuse, natural disaster, or motor vehicle accidents.
It’s important that you receive the proper care and treatment for PTSD if you have it, but it’s often confused (even by therapists) with other anxiety disorders and vice versa.
I asked Dr. Matthew Tull to speak to me, who is the guide to PTSD for the popular website About, as well as the director of anxiety disorders at the Department of Psychiatry and Human Behavior at the University of Mississippi Medical Center. I asked him to take a few moments so he can give you an overview of what post traumatic stress disorder is, as well as the role it can play with anxiety and specific fears such as the fear of driving, flying, and others.
Just hit the play button below to listen to to out interview (about 15 minutes long):
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WOW..how cool..Dr. Tull graduated from WFU School of Medicine where i work.. I thought he looked familiar..great interview!
Rich,
I will not say that i am totally over panic attacks because they do still plague me, but i can say that because of continued faith in God and YOUR program, I am where I am today and not agoraphobic!! I may have asked before but am asking again..will you make a program where individuals can come together for support and encouragement through DVD and workbook sessions. This program could be something like 12 weeks long where people come together on a weekly basis to watch a 30-45 minute dvd and then have a talking session. There could be a one time fee charged for whichever session they decide to do. (anxiety lie, driving fear, etc.) I lead a class in my community similar to this called weigh down workshop that spread like wild fire! People all over saw the same need as I did and stepped up to the plate in the community to also take that leadership role. It was awesome. we even made it in the newspapers. Long story short..I’d be scared…but i would gladly lead this type of program in my community. I think it would not only make me stronger, but also help others at the same time..Does anyone else agree with me?? Thanks, Monica in NC