Addiction Recovery Basics

It is estimated that over 50% of people with substance use problems have another co-occurring Mental Health problem; PTSD or Post Traumatic Stress Disorder is a common result of trauma.

If any of these four symptoms seem familiar to you, please watch this  Video Webcast on PTSD and Addiction .

1. Re-experiencing the Trauma.

This includes nightmares, having flashbacks an memories intruding into your consciousness. You may have exaggerated emotional and physical reactions to triggers and events that remind the person of the trauma.

2. Hyper Arousal.

This may include hyper-vigilance - always being on guard, sleep and concentration difficulties and an exaggerated startle reflex.

3. Emotional Numbness

A person feels detached having a lack of emotions, especially positive ones and a loss of interest in activities.

4. Detachment

This is the avoidance of people, places or activities that remind the person of the trauma.

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