Conclusion This course looked at the history, symptoms, and populations of people who are experiencing PTSD. Learners explored various therapy approaches to consider implementing into their practice, to develop a sound and safe treatment plan with their patients. Some of the best things therapists can do immediately to work with patients who may be experiencing PTSD are to: ● Include PTSD as a condition on your intake form for the client to know that it is relevant information to provide before receiving manual therapy. ● Set boundaries within your session for the client’s comfort, whether that means keeping their clothes on, only working face-up on the table, working in a larger unconfined space, or not using certain smells or music. These can all be physical environmental adjustments you can bring to the treatment to provide a safe space for the client.
● Communicate, communicate, communicate . When working with someone with PTSD, communication is key. Keeping the client present with pressure, asking permission to work or adjust on each new part of the body, and being able to listen if any emotion comes out during the session are essential skills when working with this population. As mentioned, if you wish to specialize in working with people suffering from PTSD, it is recommended to become trained in trauma touch therapy, somatic therapy, or trauma- informed care in order to learn more in-depth techniques and to provide a holistic, effective, and safe therapeutic session for your patient.
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Self-Assessment Answers and Rationales
2. The correct answer is c. Rationale: There are six key components to trauma- informed care including safety, trustworthiness and transparency, peer support, collaboration and mutuality, empowerment/voice/choice, and cultural/historical/gender issues.
1. The correct answer is c. Rationale: The prevalence of childhood sexual abuse (CSA) was found to be the most prevalent in cases where the mother was widowed, single, or divorced. Many CSA survivors will develop physiological disorders, depression, substance abuse, or PTSD due to this unfathomable trauma (Pérez-Fuentes et al., 2013).
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Book Code: MGA1226
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