Conclusions 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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AN INTRODUCTION TO POST TRAUMATIC STRESS DISORDER (PTSD) FOR THERAPY PROFESSIONALS 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).
AN INTRODUCTION TO POST TRAUMATIC STRESS DISORDER (PTSD) FOR THERAPY PROFESSIONALS Final Examination Questions Select the best answer for each question and mark your answers on the Final Examination Answer Sheet found on page 76, or complete your test online at EliteLearning.com/Book 1. What percentage of people with the United States will experience PTSD in their lifetime? a. 0-2% b. 6% c. 6% of women and 8% of men. d. 20% 2. Conditions or symptoms occurring within one month after a traumatic event are referred to as: 4. As to why manual therapy helps people experiencing PTSD, which of the following does NOT typically occur during massage?
a. Cortisol levels decrease. b. Oxytocin levels increase. c. Norepinephrine increase. d. Serotonin increases. 5. What should you NOT do if your client begins crying during a session? a. Ignore them and continue the treatment, so they receive their full time. b. Ask them if they would like a minute alone. c. Offer them a tissue and verbally assure them their feelings are normal and valid. d. Use one hand with firm steadying pressure to their back.
a. Post-traumatic stress disorder. b. Reticular activating system. c. Acute stress disorder. d. Physio neurosis. 3. Which symptom is not directly related to PTSD? a. Flashbacks. b. Disassociation. c. Depression. d. Digestive issues.
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