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Dealing with PTSD over the holidays

Dealing with PTSD over the holidays Post Traumatic Stress Disorder can cause a whole host of symptoms, which can affect every area of your life, and when this is paired with ‘expectations’ of how you should feel, it can become

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Guest Blog – Rod Aungier

The road less travelled and the role of Gestalt therapy – Guest Blog We’ve previously written about benefits of Gestalt Therapy for those with PTSD and C-PTSD. Rod’s personal story in this guest blog sheds light on the transformative power

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Dip a Day December Challenge

events | dip a day december PTSD UK’s Dip a Day December Challenge Sign up now PTSD UK’s Dip a day December The challenge It’s no secret that cold water swimming, cold water therapy, focusing on a challenge and simply

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Santa in the City Run

PTSD UK Spreads Christmas Cheer with Santa Run Join thousands of Santas on the 6th or 7th of December 2023 at 7:00 pm, in the heart of London for an unforgettable 4.3km festive fun run! Plus, every adult runner is

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gestalt therapy

Understanding Gestalt Therapy and its Benefits When it comes to addressing the complicated nature of Post Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) and Complex PTSD, there are a number of therapeutic approaches available. More recently, Gestalt therapy has emerged as a promising

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HGV drivers

Driving Change: Tackling PTSD in HGV drivers Despite the crucial role that the UK’s Heavy Goods Vehicle (HGV) driving industry plays in keeping the nation’s supply chain moving, many HGV drivers are experiencing symptoms of Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) and

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hannah garrow

Guest Blog: Taking control of my C-PTSD with trauma informed therapy Hannah Garrow’s journey through Complex Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (C-PTSD) has been one of confusion, resilience, and ultimately, hope. In this guest blog post, she shares her experiences of C-PTSD,

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BLAW

Baby Loss Awareness Week Baby Loss Awareness Week (during October), help us acknowledge the scale and impact of pregnancy and baby loss. During this week, which is now past its 20th year, we work alongside more than 100 other charities

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remind app launch

The re;mind Trauma App Release In a world where trauma often remains silent and misunderstood, a powerful new tool is emerging to break the silence and offer hope. Today, we’re excited introduce you to a project we’ve been supporting for

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burnout and PTSD

Breaking Free from Burnout: My Journey to Resilience and Recovery from C-PTSD Research shows a strong connection between burnout and the onset of PTSD symptoms. The evidence indicates that experiencing burnout significantly raises the likelihood of developing symptoms of Post

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Emotional Wheel

Navigating Your Emotions: The Power of the Emotional Wheel for PTSD and C-PTSD Discover the art of understanding and managing your emotions, heighten your self-awareness, improve emotional communication, and elevate your overall well-being through using of the PTSD UK Emotional

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Trauma and Fibromyalgia

Understanding the Link Between Trauma and Fibromyalgia Post Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) and fibromyalgia are two very distinct conditions, but they share a closer connection than one might imagine.  People with PTSD often display symptoms of fibromyalgia, and vice versa,

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Case Study: CBT Treatment – Matthew

Case Study: CBT Treatment – Matthew A traumatic experience at work over 30 years ago left Matthew with PTSD, which at times left him with anxiety, panic attacks and unable to leave his own home. Matthew used CBT to learn

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Pause and Be Days

Thriving Through ‘Pause and Be Days’ For people with Post Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) or Complex Post Traumatic Stress Disorder (C-PTSD), the unending quest for self-improvement, the relentless pursuit of healing, and the expectation to maintain unwavering ‘strength’ can become

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sleep and cortisol in PTSD

Understanding the 3 AM Wake-Up Call: Cortisol and Sleep in PTSD & C-PTSD The tranquility of nighttime can often be disrupted for many people, leaving them wide awake around 3am. This phenomenon, while common, takes on a deeper significance for 

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poetry anthology

Healing Through Poetry: ‘Hiding in the Sea from the Rain In the realm of trauma recovery, the power of art and words cannot be underestimated. They offer solace, empowerment, and a voice to those who have endured the ‘storms of

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Love Harlso Collaboration

Love Harlso and PTSD UK – our new dog accessory collection Uniting Compassion and Canine Comfort: We’re proud to introduce Love Harlso and PTSD UK’s Collaborative Collection of dog accessories to support owners and raise awareness. In a heartwarming collaboration

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Case Study: CBT Treatment – Abby

Case Study: CBT Treatment – Abby Abby witnessed the suicide of a stranger and went on to develop PTSD along with enormous amounts of guilt. Realising she needed to do something, she started CBT treatment which she says ‘changed her

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TMI-scholarship-winners-2023

PTSD UK ‘Yoga Therapy for PTSD’ scholarship winners Yoga and yoga therapy for trauma has become popular as there is a growing basis of clinical evidence and case reports that its application significantly supports those with PTSD and C-PTSD in

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no-cold-calling-stickers

Empowering the PTSD Community: Exploring a ‘No Cold Calling’ Solution In our commitment to supporting those dealing with Post Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD and C-PTSD), we often look to find innovative solutions that could make a real difference in people’s

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Thrift+

Declutter with Purpose with Thrift+ Are you ready to make a meaningful difference while giving your wardrobe a fresh start? Look no further than Thrift+ a platform that transforms the act of decluttering into an opportunity for positive change. With

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Arise – Rai Reid

Arise: Guest Blog from Rai Reid We’ve been proudly working with Rai Reid over the last year and in this inspiring guest blog post for PTSD UK, she shares her personal journey of healing from Complex Post Traumatic Stress Disorder

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TRF scholarship

PTSD UK Founder Awarded Scholarship for prestigious Traumatic Stress Studies Program PTSD UK is proud to announce that its Founder and CEO, Jacqui, has been awarded a scholarship for the prestigious Traumatic Stress Studies Certificate Program offered by the renowned

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What can cause PTSD?

PTSD can affect anyone who has been exposed to a traumatic event – an event which provoked fear, helplessness, or horror in response to the threat of injury or death and therefore can affect anyone.

What are the symptoms of PTSD?

PTSD can cause a wide variety of physical, mental and emotional symptoms such as hypervigilance, irrational anger & fear, panic attacks, flashbacks, digestive issues, feeling numb, nightmares and exhaustion. 

What are the treatments for PTSD?

It is possible for PTSD to be successfully treated with psychotherapies such has EMDR and CBT, even many years after the traumatic event occurred, which means it is never too late to seek help.

Are you looking to fundraise for PTSD UK?

THANK YOU!!  We are a small charity so our main goals at the moment are to increase awareness that we exist (so people can get the support and information they need) and to maximise fundraising to allow us to achieve our mission of supporting everyone in the UK affected by PTSD, no matter the trauma that caused it.