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Thursday, October, 29, 2009

Is Memory Impairment A Symptom Of Post Traumatic Stress Disorder?

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Treating Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD)

By Teri Robert Health Expert

The main treatments for people with post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) are psychotherapy (“talk” therapy), medications, or both. Everyone is different, so a treatment that works for one person may not work for another. It is important for anyone with PTSD to be treated by a mental health care provider who is experienced with treating PTSD. Some people with PTSD need to try different treatments to find what works best for their symptoms.

 

If someone with PTSD is experiencing an ongoing t...

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