SSRI Medication
Sertraline and paroxetine are FDA-approved for PTSD.
Trauma
Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder — Treatment in Maryland
PTSD develops after traumatic events and causes intrusive memories, hypervigilance, avoidance, and emotional dysregulation.
Schedule a Consultation →Common Signs & Symptoms
- !Flashbacks and intrusive memories
- !Nightmares about the trauma
- !Hypervigilance and exaggerated startle response
- !Emotional numbing and detachment
- !Avoidance of trauma reminders
- !Negative beliefs about self or world
What Causes This?
- •Exposure to actual or threatened death, serious injury, or sexual violence
- •Witnessing trauma to others
- •Learning trauma happened to a close person
- •Repeated first-responder exposure
Treatment Approaches
Prazosin for Nightmares
Specifically reduces trauma-related nightmares.
CPT and Prolonged Exposure
Trauma-focused therapies are highly effective and recommended as first-line.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can PTSD be cured?▾
Many patients achieve full remission with combined treatment. Most experience significant improvement in symptoms with proper care.
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