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Acupuncture Treatment For Post Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD)
Post-traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) occurs as a result of one or a series of traumatic situations. Examples of traumatic situations are; natural disasters, serious accidents, terrorist attacks, death of a loved one.
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CONTENTS
SYMPTOMS
CAUSES
TREATMENTS
SYMPTOMS
PTSD can be very frightening and people who have this condition find it hard to have a normal daily life. Symptoms usually begin soon after the traumatic event but sometimes may emerge months or even years after the traumatic event.
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CAUSES
Not all people are affected by PTSD. The cause of PTSD are complex but include :
– Underlying mental health problems
– Life experiences
– Personality
– The body’s response to stress
TREATMENTS
Related Acupuncture Points :
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Acupuncture Treatment For Post Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD)
Post Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) is an mental disorder that can be caused by stressful events. Acupuncture, which is recognised as a complementary therapy is considered to be an effective treatment. The acupuncturist must determine the disease pattern to establish the treatment protocol. Each patient will need a different treatment protocol as each patient is unique. To get a more effective result, the acupuncturist will combine the treatment with other treatment such as moxibustion.
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Footnotes
- Post-traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) | Anxiety and Depression, https://www.adaa.org/understanding-anxiety/posttraumatic-stress-disorder-ptsd
- Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder-Symptoms – WebMD, http://www.webmd.com/mental-health/tc/post-traumatic-stress-disorder–symptoms#1
- Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) Causes – Mayo Clinic, http://www.mayoclinic.org/diseases-conditions/post-traumatic-stress-disorder/basics/causes/con-20022540
- Acupuncture for Posttraumatic Stress Disorder: A Systematic Review, https://www.hindawi.com/journals/ecam/2013/615857/