“Blessed be the God and Father of our Lord Jesus Christ, the Father of mercies and God of all comfort, who comforts us in all our affliction, so that we may be able to comfort those who are in any affliction, with the comfort with which we ourselves are comforted by God.”
2 Corinthians 1:3-4
Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is a mental health condition that can develop after a person experiences a traumatic event. The effects of PTSD can be wide-ranging and can impact a person’s life in many ways.
Encouraging Gospel conversations with veterans and others suffering from PTSD.
Managing the symptoms of PTSD and living a hope-filled, God honoring, life.
People with PTSD may try to avoid situations or activities that remind them of the traumatic event. This can lead to social isolation and difficulty functioning in everyday life.
People with PTSD may turn to alcohol or drugs as a way of coping with their symptoms, which can lead to addiction and further complications.
People with PTSD may feel constantly on edge or hyper-vigilant, which can make it difficult to relax or sleep. They may also experience physical symptoms such as sweating, shaking, or a racing heartbeat.
People with PTSD often experience intrusive thoughts or memories of the traumatic event, which can be distressing and overwhelming.